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Consulting Manager

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Job Summary

The Consulting Manager role focuses on delivering high impact hybrid model consulting engagements using deep experience in data models and enterprise solutions for global clients. The candidate will drive complex day shift projects from strategy through execution ensuring measurable outcomes operational efficiency and scalable data driven decision frameworks that support the company mission and broader societal progress.


Responsibilities

  • Lead hybrid consulting engagements by defining project scope measurable outcomes and delivery plans that align client strategies with data driven business objectives and sustainable organizational value creation.
  • Oversee end to end execution of consulting projects during day shifts by coordinating cross functional teams managing timelines and ensuring consistent quality of deliverables that meet enterprise standards.
  • Provide expert guidance on designing and optimizing data models that enable accurate analytics streamlined reporting and reliable decision support for complex business environments.
  • Drive discovery workshops with client stakeholders to capture requirements understand current processes and translate business needs into actionable consulting roadmaps supported by robust data architectures.
  • Manage project governance by setting clear milestones tracking progress through transparent metrics and proactively addressing risks and issues to maintain predictable outcomes.
  • Collaborate with technology and business teams to integrate consulting recommendations into operational workflows that improve efficiency reduce redundancy and enable scalable growth.
  • Develop reusable frameworks and methodologies for data model driven consulting that can be applied across industries to accelerate solution design and enhance consistency of delivery.
  • Guide the creation of detailed functional and analytical documentation that clearly explains recommended data structures process changes and expected performance improvements for client organizations.
  • Coordinate with internal quality assurance and compliance teams to ensure that all consulting outputs meet regulatory expectations data integrity standards and ethical use of information.
  • Mentor junior consultants by sharing practical techniques for problem solving stakeholder engagement and data model application thereby strengthening the overall capability of the consulting practice.
  • Analyze engagement results and client feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in methods tools and data centric approaches that enhance future project impact.
  • Support business development activities by contributing to proposals case studies and thought leadership focused on the strategic use of data models in modern consulting solutions.
  • Champion client value realization by tracking post implementation performance indicators and recommending iterative enhancements that drive long term societal and enterprise benefits.


Qualifications

  • Demonstrate eleven to fifteen years of consulting experience with a consistent record of delivering complex projects that use structured data and analytical insights to solve business challenges.
  • Possess strong practical expertise in data models including design normalization and optimization techniques that support analytics platforms and enterprise reporting needs.
  • Apply advanced problem solving skills to evaluate ambiguous client situations synthesize diverse information sources and recommend clear data supported strategies that can be executed in realistic timeframes.
  • Exhibit proficiency in hybrid working practices by effectively coordinating onsite and remote collaboration tools to maintain high engagement and productivity across consulting teams.
  • Show solid understanding of standard enterprise technologies databases and analytical solutions that commonly underpin data driven consulting engagements in multinational organizations.
  • Communicate complex data model concepts and consulting recommendations in accessible language tailored to technical and nontechnical stakeholders to ensure alignment and adoption.
  • Display strong client facing skills including expectation management conflict resolution and outcome negotiation that help sustain long term strategic relationships.
  • Maintain familiarity with industry best practices for data governance privacy and ethical analytics so that consulting advice remains responsible compliant and socially aware.
  • Bring experience in planning and executing projects fully within day shifts to support global clients who operate in similar time windows and require predictable availability.
  • Utilize structured methodologies for project management and consulting delivery that ensure transparency in scope effort estimation and measurable benefits for client organizations.
  • Keep knowledge current on emerging trends in data modeling analytics and digital transformation to continuously enrich the consulting offerings and contribute to the company competitive edge.
  • Commit to collaborative work habits by actively sharing knowledge participating in internal initiatives and supporting a culture of continuous improvement and inclusive teamwork.

Things to know before you apply

  • Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
  • Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
  • AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
  • Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
  • Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
  • Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include financial education, a pension plan with matching contributions, etc.

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We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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