Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Toptal
Job overview
The General Manager, Management Consulting at Toptal leads the creation and scaling of a new management consulting business line, driving strategic vision and operational execution to achieve growth and impact.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves defining and executing business strategy, managing P&L, building client solutions, collaborating cross-functionally, and ensuring scalable, profitable offerings aligned with client needs.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 10+ years of business management experience with P&L ownership, deep industry connections, entrepreneurial success in launching new offerings, and strong communication and leadership skills; consulting and tech company experience preferred.
Work environment and culture
Toptal offers a fully remote, fast-paced, innovative work environment emphasizing no borders, social interaction, and fun while encouraging leadership by doing and adaptability.
Company information
Toptal is a global network of top talent in business, design, and technology with $200+ million in revenue and a fully remote workforce worldwide.
Job location and travel
This is a remote position with a requirement for US work authorization at hire.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution to build a new business line from the ground up in a fast-growing, fully remote company.
Company overview
Toptal is a global network that connects companies with top-tier freelance talent in various fields such as software development, design, finance, and project management. They make money by charging clients a premium for access to their rigorously vetted freelancers, ensuring high-quality matches for specific project needs. Founded in 2010, Toptal has grown rapidly, emphasizing a stringent screening process that accepts only the top 3% of applicants, which has positioned them as a leader in the freelance talent market.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your strategic leadership experience, especially in building and scaling new business lines and managing P&L responsibilities, as these are core to the General Manager role at Toptal.
Emphasize your proven ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Talent Operations, and Delivery teams, showcasing your experience driving revenue growth and operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Apply through multiple channels including Toptal’s corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of visibility for this highly competitive leadership position.
Connect with current Toptal employees in management consulting or leadership roles on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing Toptal’s innovative remote work culture or asking about their experience leading new business initiatives at the company.
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