What is a Consigliere? - The Mafia Hierarchy

The Consigliere is the trusted advisor to the Boss in a mafia crime family.

Often operating behind the scenes, the Consigliere offers counsel, mediates internal disputes, and ensures the family’s rules and traditions are upheld.

Unlike the Underboss, the Consigliere typically avoids direct operational control — instead, they act as the “voice of reason,” providing strategic guidance and helping maintain balance within the hierarchy.