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About this PositionThe Principal Business Operations Consultant serves as a strategic advisor to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and the VP of Corporate Strategy. Operating at the highest level of individual contribution, this role drives enterprise-level strategic decisions, spearheads external corporate development, and provides exceptional executive support. The Principal Consultant navigates high ambiguity to shape Texas Mutual’s long-term transformation roadmap and competitive positioning.
Texas Mutual is headquartered in the growing Mueller neighborhood in Austin. Texas Mutual offers excellent benefits opportunities to volunteer in the community, professional development, a modern office, a flex-hybrid work schedule, employee events, an on-site fitness center, and more.Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You'll Do:
External Corporate Development & Partnerships
Lead external search for new partners, evaluating joint ventures, strategic alliances, and M&A opportunities that align with the enterprise 5-year transformation roadmap.
Conduct comprehensive market scans, competitive intelligence synthesis, and evaluation processes for potential corporate development opportunities.
Drive end-to-end business case analysis (BCA) for major investments or new market entries.
Executive Support & Strategic Advisory
Serve as a trusted advisor to the ELT and VP of Corporate Strategy by facilitating and leading the evaluation of critical, high-impact decisions.
Develop executive-ready materials, including Board/Executive Leadership presentations and workshops.
Facilitate exploratory discussions and strategic alignment workshops with senior management.
Strategy Leadership & Execution
Operate with a high degree of independence to lead Texas Mutual’s most complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives.
Oversee project outcomes from conceptualization through execution, ensuring strategic goals are met without requiring direct people-management authority.
Act as the connective tissue between the VP of Corporate Strategy’s vision and the operational execution of the strategy team.
What You'll Bring:
Requirements:
Have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education, training or experience. (MBA preferred)
Have 8-10 years of progressive experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business development, or related discipline
Demonstrated experience advising C-suite and senior executive partners
Skills:
Executive Communication: Demonstrated experience creating and delivering Board-level presentations, executive briefings, and narratives that inspire informed decision-making among senior leaders
Corporate Development Knowledge: Hands-on experience evaluating M&A targets, structuring strategic partnerships, and conducting competitive market intelligence to support enterprise-level investment decisions
Influence & Leadership: Experience promoting alignment and delivering results on high-stakes initiatives by leveraging relationships, credibility, and persuasion rather than direct authority
Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to build financial models, conduct business case analyzes, and translate complex data into applicable recommendations
The base pay range is based on the market evaluation of the job and may include pay for multiple levels. Individual base pay within the range is determined by a variety of factors, including experience, performance, education, and demonstration of skills and competencies required for each role. Your recruiter can discuss the full value of our total compensation package with you, including our generous bonus plans and flex-hybrid work model.
Base Pay Range: $150,049.65 - $185,355.45 Per YearFlex-Hybrid Work Environment:Texas Mutual’s flex-hybrid schedule allows you to bring your best self to work by working remotely and collaborating in the office based on business needs. All Texas Mutual employees are required to have Texas residency and travel to their designated office as needed.
Our Benefits:Annual performance bonus and merit-based pay increase
Lifestyle Savings Account ($1,000 per year)
Automatic 4% employer contribution to retirement plan
401k plan with 100% employer match up to 6%
Student loan repayment matching in 401k plan
Three weeks’ time off for vacation
Nine paid holidays and two personal days each year
Day one health, Rx, vision and dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Pet insurance and pet Rx discounts
Free on-site gym, fitness classes, and health and wellness resources
Free identity theft protection
Free student loan repayment and refinancing consultation
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Employee referral bonus
Free onsite snacks
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education, training, or experience
- MBA
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business development, or a related discipline
- Experience advising C-suite and senior executive partners
- Experience creating and delivering board-level presentations, executive briefings, and senior leadership narratives
- Hands-on experience evaluating M&A targets and structuring strategic partnerships
- Experience conducting competitive market intelligence for enterprise investment decisions
- Experience building financial models and conducting business case analyses
- Ability to influence stakeholders and deliver high-stakes initiatives without direct authority
What We Do
Texas Mutual Insurance Company, the state's leading workers' compensation provider, has a strong foundation of success. We insure 42% of the Texas workers' compensation market, which means that more than 72,000 business owners rely on us to keep their 1.5 million workers safe on the job every day. Our exceptional employees answer the call by providing strategic safety services, top-notch medical care coordination if an accident occurs, claims handling designed to get workers well and back on the job, a zero-tolerance fraud policy and more. We provide our employees with the training, technology, tools and support needed to deliver top-tier service. Our competitive salaries, award-winning benefits package, and employee recognition programs are just a few of the reasons our average employee tenure is 10 years. We empower career growth with our professional development opportunities, and support our employees' efforts to make a difference in the communities in which they live. Texas Mutual is always seeking talented, dedicated people to join its team. Read more about why so many choose to work with us at texasmutual.com/careers
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