Role: Management Consulting Manager – National SecurityLocation: London, Bristol, CheltenhamMobility: Up to 100%Career Level:
Manager CL7Role Requirements: 5-8 years of consulting experience within a consultancy firm. Working pattern: full-time or part-timeMandatory DV ClearancePlease Note: To be eligible for this role, you must hold active DV clearanceThe above information relates to a specific client requirement'Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services.
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With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person.
Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.
Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too."Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live.
It is personal to all of us." – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEOWe are looking for a consulting manager who has a track record of delivering outstanding results when leading complex consulting projects on National Security engagements and to support Accenture's growth in this market. As a team: Our National Security team is a successful, growing and high-performing part of our Public Sector Strategy & Consulting practice.
Within the practice, you will work on innovative projects with colleagues and clients to drive excellence from strategy through to implementation, making changes that directly impact citizens.
You will be using the latest technologies and methodologies with clients to help them achieve tangible outcomes and accelerate value. We work closely with cutting-edge research and development, major hyperscalers, and leading technology players, bringing the best of Accenture's partnerships and innovation ecosystem to solve our clients' most complex challenges.
Do you want to work in an environment that is cutting-edge, collaborative and challenging, doing work that really matters? You'll learn, grow and advance in a collaborative culture that thrives on shared success, diverse ways of thinking and enables boundaryless opportunities that can drive your career in new and exciting ways.
At Accenture, you can truly take control of your own career. If you're looking for a challenging career working in a vibrant environment with access to training and a global network of experts, this could be the role for you.
In our team you will learn: How to develop and deliver solutions to real world problems, partnering with clients to achieve positive outcomes through collaboration How to maximise the use of data in everything you do, using this data to drive solutions and tell meaningful stories to our clients How to lead with user-centricity at the heart of our work As a National Security Consulting Manager, you will: Lead transformation projects across our National Security clientsDrive growth of our consulting capabilities in our National Security practiceBe the face of Accenture to the client in your engagements, working with senior stakeholders to advise, challenge and coach as neededDevelop detailed understanding of your client's business and drive issue-based discussions grounded in a clear understanding of client challenges and barriersCultivate trust-based client relationshipsIdentify and address client business issues through root cause analysis and by applying pragmatic, results-driven problem-solving techniques and creative insightsUse a human-centred approach to solve problems, frame opportunities, and achieve innovation through collaboration and co-creationBe a people leader, creating an environment your people want to work in, and managing the day-to-day work of your teamProvide specialist advice and work closely with client leads and team members to successfully deliver project outcomesContribute to business development and sales, working with account teams to scope opportunities and developing compelling proposals to win new workAct as a career coach for team members, helping them to develop and progress their careersWe are looking for experience in the following skills: The most important thing for us is that you display the right attitude.
We would like you to actively contribute to our community and clients as practitioners, grow our practice, think logically to tackle problems and engage others.
We want you to be driven to develop yourself and others, an ability to see and articulate the bigger picture of how individual projects and deliverables create value for citizens and a passion for innovation and the latest technology trends.
This role will require creative thinking, excellent client communication skills and the ability to identify new innovative ways to apply our skills and services to solve a wider set of client problems. As well as the above, you should have experience in more than one of the following areas: A minimum of 2-5 years' consulting experience in a National Security environmentAnalytical problem-solving skills and continuous improvement techniquesStrategic thinking skills and the ability to bring insight to complex problemsDesigning and/or implementing operating models/ organisation designChange managementBusiness AnalysisProject ManagementPortfolio ManagementProduct ManagementProgramme ManagementDelivery ManagementExperience driving new business in terms of strategy, relationships and identifying growth opportunities
Ability to operate at all stages of a project/programme lifecycle, from proposal through to full programme delivery, and experience managing risks and working with senior client partners. xbpsjku
Working with data in the design or delivery of consulting services in National SecurityWorking with technology to design or deliver transformation in National SecurityStrong interpersonal skills, with the capability to influence senior stakeholders Set yourself apart: In-depth understanding of the National Security landscapes you have worked in Experience in owning and managing relationships with leadership (either with your clients or internal stakeholders) Trained in Change Management or Agile methodologies, programme or project management techniques (e.g.
Prince 2, Managing Successful Programmes) and/or a Design Thinking practitioner Experience of using data visualisation tools (e.g.
Power BI, Qlik, etc) Exposure to a current technology (e.g.
a Cloud platform, a CRM platform) PowerPoint and Excel skills What's in it for youAt Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
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Accenture is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in a dynamic environment, particularly in the role of Operations Engineer. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with senior colleagues while enjoying flexible work arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. The company's commitment to continuous improvement and innovation makes it a rewarding place to build your career.
