Technology Consulting Assistant Manager/Manager in Milton Keynes

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance.

With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we’re on an ambitious journey from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential.

New ground won’t break itself. Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Grant Thornton’s Business Consulting practice spans Technology, Enterprise Applications, Finance, Operations, Deals and People. Our Technology Consulting team helps clients navigate strategic technology change, advising Private Equity and corporate clients to help them make critical technology investment decisions.

From pre‑deal technology due diligence to post‑deal value creation planning, we assess technology risks, opportunities and operating models to determine how “future‑fit” an organization really is. We also support clients with major technology decisions, running Spec & Select engagements to help them choose the right platforms, partners and architecture for their growth.

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job‑share options. We’ll support you to balance work and life.

What You’ll Do

• Support high‑impact projects across multiple sectors, working with senior consultants and directors to shape client outcomes.
• Bring structure, insight and commercial thinking to complex technology challenges, while continuing to develop as a specialist and consultant.

Technology Strategy & Operating Model Support

• Analyse technology estates and operating model elements to surface risks, constraints and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to target‑state options, principles and portfolio‑level roadmaps.
• Support workshops, interviews and requirements sessions; capture insights and help shape next steps.
• Translate and present findings and insights clearly and confidently, helping the team shape recommendations and next steps.

Business Systems Strategy & Digital Transformation

• Support System strategy engagements; including requirements gathering, vendor evaluations, scoring and recommendation development.
• Contribute to market scans, shortlists and platform/partner evaluations (RFI/RFP, demos, references); prepare structured comparisons and reasoned recommendations.
• Help build pragmatic transformation plans and sequencing; support mobilisation activities (RAID inputs, planning artefacts, stakeholder documentation).
• Work with SMEs to shape integration, data and reporting needs with a clear line of sight to business outcomes.

M&A Technology Advisory (PE & Corporate)

• Contribute to technology due diligence, supporting assessments of risks, scalability, cost drivers and value‑creation opportunities.
• Support development of separation and integration plans, mapping dependencies and documenting practical Day‑1 and transition considerations.
• Produce clear, structured analysis and reporting in fast‑paced deal environments.

Project Support & Collaboration

• Work closely with senior consultants and Engagement Managers to plan work, manage tasks and maintain quality.
• Coordinate with wider project teams to maintain smooth delivery, clarity of communication and consistent quality.
• Build positive working relationships across the practice, collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines to bring integrated solutions to clients.
• Contribute to proposals, research, credentials and methodologies that support practice development and growth.
• Participate actively in practice initiatives, knowledge‑sharing sessions and internal communities, helping to strengthen our collective capability.
• Build relationships with client stakeholders and represent the firm professionally.

Minimum Criteria

• Practical technology experience in a relevant environment.
• Degree in Computer Science, IT or a related discipline is strongly preferred.

Optional Skills

• Experience in technology consulting, IT operations or a similar professional setting.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts simply and effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exposure to IT strategy, digital transformation or M&A technology engagements.
• Understanding of systems architecture, cloud platforms or cybersecurity.
• Experience with data analysis or scripting (e.g., SQL, Python).

Benefits

We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job‑share options. We’ll support you to balance work and life.