CAE Advisory – Executive Partner

Overview

In this Executive Partner role, you advise Chief Audit Executives and audit leaders across industries to align audit priorities with strategic objectives and risk. You’ll translate Gartner insights into tailored advisory for CAEs, help shape audit strategy and governance, and support engagement with Boards and senior management. The position sits at the intersection of advisory, sales enablement, and cross-functional collaboration, in a fast-growing, AI-focused environment. You will drive meaningful impact by transforming how audits enable business objectives and risk management.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work environment
• competitive compensation
• world-class benefits
• opportunities for global impact
• equal employment opportunity
• career growth and development

Responsibilities

• Provide executive advisory services to CAE members across industries
• Synthesize Gartner insights for ongoing client engagement and strategic sessions
• Host and participate in client activities, strategy sessions, and events (virtual/on-site)
• Define innovative client solutions and value plans aligned with program strategy
• Facilitate member interaction and peer collaboration through the member community
• Collaborate with Client Support Professionals and Account Executives
• Participate in full client lifecycle (pre-sale, onboarding, delivery, renewal)
• Support BTI Analysts to identify content gaps and ensure relevance for clients
• Focus on sales enablement and contribute to account growth via Gartner Sales Associates
• Engage in proof-of-concept engagements and account planning with sales teams

Key requirements

• At least 5+ years as a CAE or top audit role; at least 15+ years in fields critical to leading an audit function
• Deep understanding of Audit, Compliance, Legal & Risk
• Industry diversification experience across multiple sectors
• Audit or Consulting Firm background with client relationship experience (beneficial)
• Technologically savvy with AI and tools to accelerate work
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Strong executive presence with exceptional verbal and written communication
• Ability to work independently and manage administrative tasks
• Consulting background a plus

• Strategic thinking
• Executive presence
• Strong communication and facilitation
• AI tools and proficiency
• Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Data synthesis and advisory materials development

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