Management Consultant Access Network Consultant

Overview

Management Consultant Access Network Consultant, London.

Accenture is a global professional services company providing strategy and consulting, technology and operations with digital capabilities.

We value inclusion and diversity and support the whole person.

Our core values include Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.

We work with Tier-1 operators and technology vendors on large-scale RAN transformation programmes from strategy and design through deployment, optimisation and ongoing operations.

We leverage Open RAN, 5G Advanced, 6G, Satellite, Generative AI and Autonomous Networks to deliver measurable business outcomes for clients.

You will join a global team that works to learn, grow and advance in an innovative culture with boundaryless opportunities.

This role is for a challenging career in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts.

Responsibilities

• Act as the heart of the RAN practice, serving as a trusted technical advisor to leading operators while managing delivery across complex, multi-workstream engagements.
• Present business cases to clients and participate in technical design sessions with vendor engineering teams.
• Drive the full RAN value chain: pre-sales solutioning, architecture definition, programme delivery, performance optimisation, and applying AI/ML and Autonomous Network techniques to transform network operations.
• Support end-to-end RAN transformation programmes for mobile operators, covering multi-generation technology migration (2G → 5G SA) and Open RAN adoption roadmaps; act as the primary client-facing technical authority.
• Shape transformation business cases, including TCO modelling, NPV/ROI analysis, vendor benchmarking, and funding scenarios for C-suite and board stakeholders.
• Support pre-sales activities and solution design for O-RAN, SD-WAN, Satellite, and private 5G engagements; include RFI/RFP responses, sizing and commercial pricing support.
• Define target RAN architectures aligned with operator strategy, integrating O-RAN, cloud-native and virtualised RAN (v RAN/CU-DU split).
• Own technical delivery across workstreams, manage deployment and testing phases, stakeholder dependencies, risks and quality gates to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.
• Drive network optimisation, KPI baselining, root cause analysis, parameter tuning and feature activation across 4G/5G networks; leverage SON and closed-loop automation.
• Apply Generative AI and Autonomous Networks, identify and pilot Gen AI use cases (AI-assisted planning, anomaly detection, predictive maintenance) and architect solutions aligned with TM Forum L0–L5 and ETSI ZSM frameworks.
• Productionise AI/ML models; collaborate with data science and engineering teams to deploy models in live RAN environments; support clients in building responsible AI governance frameworks.
• Lead and mentor onshore and offshore teams of consultants and engineers, fostering a high-performance, inclusive culture.
• Drive thought leadership and continuous learning; contribute white papers, participate in standards bodies (3GPP, O-RAN Alliance) and stay ahead of emerging technologies including 6G, Satellite/NTN and network APIs.

Qualifications

• 1-4+ years of hands-on experience in RAN engineering, consulting, or technology management within a mobile network operator, vendor or consultancy.
• Proven expertise in 4G LTE and 5G NR RAN design, deployment and optimisation, including 5G SA architecture.
• Strong command of 3GPP and O-RAN Alliance standards and specifications.
• Experience with business case development for major network investment programmes or ability to understand the role of business cases.
• Track record of client-facing engagements and working in technical teams in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Experience with at least one major RAN vendor platform (Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, Samsung, or Open RAN equivalents); hands-on experience with Open RAN / O-RAN deployments including RIC platforms and disaggregated RAN architectures.
• Practical knowledge of AI/ML applications in network operations (e. g., SON, closed-loop automation, or Generative AI tooling).
• Exposure to SD-WAN design and enterprise wireless (Wi-Fi 6/6E, private 5G) solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud-native infrastructure (Kubernetes, containers, CI/CD pipelines) in the context of v RAN or cloud RAN deployments.
• Understanding of adjacent domains: transport networking, core network (5GC), and OSS/BSS integration.
• Experience with Io T connectivity platforms and industrial wireless use cases.
• What’s in it for you

At Accenture, in addition to a competitive base salary, you will receive an extensive benefits package including 30 days of vacation per year, private medical insurance, and 3 extra days per year for charitable work.

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as on-site presence with clients may be necessary to enable delivery of services.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of differences.

All employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, competitive and creative, which helps us better serve clients and communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion in our workforce.

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