Senior Philanthropic Advisor
Quick answer
Strategic Philanthropy, Ltd. is hiring a remote Senior Philanthropic Advisor (Chicago, IL) paying $115,000 per year to lead engagements and deliver guidance that advances clients’ philanthropic goals.
- Role
- Senior Philanthropic Advisor
- Organization
- Strategic Philanthropy, Ltd.
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $115,000 per year
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-12-01
The role
The Senior Philanthropic Advisor works independently and collaboratively to lead engagements and deliver guidance that advances clients’ philanthropic goals, including facilitating meetings, managing projects, and advising on governance and generational transitions.
What you'll do
- Serve as lead advisor or senior supporting advisor on client engagements
- Conduct research and produce high-quality materials for clients
- Conduct interviews, surveys, and other information-gathering strategies with client families/systems and prepare reports on findings and recommendations
- Communicate with clients’ referring advisors to keep them informed and strengthen the firm’s advisor relationships
- Work with grantees and potential grantees to identify and assess opportunities for partnership and monitor and evaluate client-giving activities
- Engage with thought leaders and funding peers in the broader field of philanthropy and within client priority areas
What it takes
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in philanthropy
- Experience consulting on philanthropic strategies with high-net-worth individuals and families
- Experience leading complex consulting engagements for private foundations
- Experience leading next-generation engagement and development
- Experience guiding complex conversations among both small and large groups of people with diverse perspectives and priorities
- Experience working with advisors (financial, legal, etc.) to wealthy individuals
- Experience making grants to universities and in healthcare settings
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health insurance (70% of the employee premium covered), catastrophic insurance, 401(k) plan, generous paid time off, including a winter holiday break, occasional travel required, and rare weekend and evening work. The firm provides a laptop, printer, and reimbursement for approved supplies as needed to support remote work.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Chicago, IL, and is remote.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $115,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include at least 7 years of relevant experience in philanthropy, experience consulting on philanthropic strategies with high-net-worth individuals and families, and experience leading complex consulting engagements for private foundations.
How do I apply for this job?
To apply, send your application to [email protected].
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is December 1, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Strategic Philanthropy, Ltd.'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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