This is a remote position.
Special Projects Manager
Work areas
Strategy Operations
Team
Strategy & Business Operations
Employment type
Part-Time Contractor (2040 hours/month)
$40$50 per hour
Location
Remote (U.S. Based)
The Prosen Center for Business Advancement is a high-performance boutique consulting firm led by Bob Prosen a renowned CEO Mentor former Fortune 1000 executive bestselling author and creator of MORP the Monthly Operational Review Process. Our work focuses on helping CEOs and Business Owners of mid-size companies accelerate growth strengthen leadership teams and rapidly improve profitability.
We believe that extraordinary results come from clear thinking accountability and simplicity. We hire people who take ownership think critically and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where insight and execution matter. Youll work in a fast-paced supportive environment where your analysis directly informs strategic decisions for a growing consulting practice.
You will work directly with our CEO and Director of Strategy & Marketing supporting research operational planning and strategic initiatives that drive our business forward.
You will help us evaluate markets vendors partners and tools that impact how we scale MORP and our leadership programs. While we are a small firm our work reaches executive teams nationwide and your insights will directly shape business development product strategy and new offerings.
You will also collaborate with external vendors potential strategic partners and subject-matter experts when conducting targeted research or gathering data. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a blend of independent analysis structured problem-solving and operational execution.
Research & Analysis 50%
Conduct rigorous research across private equity and family offices executive recruiting Learning Management System (LMS) platforms and strategic vendors.
Deliver vetted decision-ready lists of firms platforms and vendors supported by clear actionable insights.
Analyze market trends competitive landscapes and best-in-class systems relevant to MORP and leadership development programs.
Operational Support & Vendor Evaluation 20%
Evaluate internal tools and platforms including LMS solutions CRM enhancements and operational systems against defined business requirements.
Build structured vendor comparison matrices assessing cost scalability functionality UX and enterprise readiness.
Maintain and update our CRM and sales pipeline tracker to ensure accurate timely and well-organized data across prospects partners and outreach activities.
Execute targeted LinkedIn outreach (DMs) to prospects and strategic partners using approved messaging aligned with our pipeline and research priorities.
Project Coordination 20%
Support the planning and tracking of strategic initiatives such as LMS rollout strategic partner development and private equity outreach efforts.
Ensure project deliverables timelines and ownership are clearly defined documented and updated.
Coordinate workflows between internal stakeholders and external vendors to maintain alignment and momentum across initiatives.
Knowledge Asset Development 10%
Develop high-quality research reports summary decks and internal knowledge assets that synthesize key insights and support decision-making.
Organize findings into structured repeatable frameworks and maintain internal knowledge libraries to ensure insights are easily accessible and leveraged across the business.
This role is responsible for enabling the strategic growth of The Prosen Center for Business Advancement by providing high-quality research operational support and analytical insight. You will work across multiple domains including private equity vendor landscapes LMS providers leadership training ecosystems executive recruiting networks and mid-market industry analysis.
Youll frequently tackle ambiguous problems determine where information lives filter noise and present findings in a structured decision-ready format. This is a critical-thinking role suited for someone who enjoys solving complex business questions and delivering clarity.
5 years as a Business Analyst Research Analyst Project Manager Operations Specialist or related analytical role
Strong critical thinking and research capabilities
Experience synthesizing complex information into simple actionable insights
Familiarity with private equity consulting workflows or mid-market business environments is a plus
Strong analytical and business judgment
Exceptional research skills (market vendor competitive technical)
Ability to structure information clearly and concisely
Excellent written and verbal communication
High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently prioritize and meet deadlines
Proficiency with Google Workspace spreadsheets and structured documentation
Curious resourceful and proactive
Thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment
Operates with ownership and accountability
Comfortable working directly with senior executives
Enjoys solving ambiguous open-ended problems
Required Skills:
5 years as a Business Analyst Research Analyst Project Manager Operations Specialist or related analytical role Strong critical thinking and research capabilities Experience synthesizing complex information into simple actionable insights Familiarity with private equity consulting workflows or mid-market business environments is a plus Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and business judgment Exceptional research skills (market vendor competitive technical) Ability to structure information clearly and concisely Excellent written and verbal communication High attention to detail with strong organizational skills Ability to work independently prioritize and meet deadlines Proficiency with Google Workspace spreadsheets and structured documentation Personal Attributes Curious resourceful and proactive Thrives in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment Operates with ownership and accountability Comfortable working directly with senior executives Enjoys solving ambiguous open-ended problems
IT Services and IT Consulting