Service Line Methodology and Learning, Manager

Job Description

Grant Thornton is seeking a Service Line Methodology and Learning Manager to join the team in Chicago, IL.

Grant Thornton is one of the world's leading professional services networks with member firms in over 130 countries, 58,000 people and global revenues of $5.7bn. Member firms offer audit, tax, and advisory services to privately owned companies, publicly listed companies, public sector and not for profit organisations, both domestically and internationally.

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

About the role
Overall role purpose
In our Go Beyond network strategy 2025 our vision is to become 'the most valued network in the profession'.

Explain how role fits in with overall Go Beyond strategy 2025

1/ Protecting the global Go Beyond brand through effective operationalization of the firm's service lines methodologies in the engagement tool

2/ Protecting the global Go Beyond brand through contributing to the ongoing development and maintenance of the firm's methodologies
Main responsibilities
Assist the methodology and learning team with the following:

• Effective operationalization of the firm's methodologies in the engagement tool
• Participate in UAT and other testing, as necessary
• Test operationalize of methodology
• Develop additional tool learning resources; tool videos, QSC's etc
• Assist in the development of the global sustainability methodology and relevant support materials
• Maintenance of the global methodology
• Develop methodology learning resources; learning programs, QRG's, and practice aids

Person specification

• Professional designation (CPA, CA or equivalent qualification)
• Fluent in English

Experience - Essential

• Experienced manager or newly appointed senior manager
• Experience in the develop and / or execution of sustainability engagements
• Self- starter with the ability and confidence to execute their own projects and workload
• Strong business writing and communication skills
• Ability to be agile and respond in a proactive manner
• Global mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player, including the ability to collaborate with other functional groups
• Good organization and time management skills and an ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to work in a virtual environment across multiple time zones

Experience - Desirable

• Previous experience of working within a global professional services environment and with international stakeholders
• Previous experience working in a National office role
• Previous experience in the development of learning

The base salary range for this position is between $102,000 and $134,400. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton's discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services - and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About the Team

Grant Thornton International Ltd (GTIL) is the umbrella legal entity for the Grant Thornton global network of member firms. GTIL sets the strategic direction, convenes member firms, connects global communities, and protects the brand and reputation of the network. GTIL and the member firms will continually improve the sustainability of their operations and strive to make a positive impact on clients, people, markets, and the communities in which we operate, in line with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our headquarters are based in London and we have around 160 employees and secondees in 20 different countries. All the employees hired outside of the UK are employed by the local member firm and assigned to GTIL through a specific agreement. Through a global assignment, you will have a chance for both professional and personal development- working with colleagues around the world and developing your global network across various boundaries and time zones.