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Sr. Consulting Manager

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Job Summary

Sr Consulting Manager will drive complex IT consulting engagements for global clients in a hybrid work model focusing on strategic advisory solution design and delivery excellence. The role requires 12 to 15 years of experience in IT consulting strong client facing skills and the ability to translate business challenges into measurable technology outcomes that support enterprise transformation and societal progress.


Responsibilities

  • Lead end to end IT consulting engagements that translate client strategic objectives into actionable technology roadmaps that improve efficiency and business resilience
  • Drive comprehensive discovery and assessment activities that analyze client processes systems and data to identify high impact transformation opportunities in a hybrid work environment
  • Oversee the design of scalable IT architectures and solution approaches that align with enterprise standards while enabling sustainable innovation and long term value creation
  • Provide structured guidance to project teams on consulting methodologies tools and best practices to ensure consistent delivery quality and measurable client outcomes
  • Coordinate cross functional stakeholders including business technology and operations teams to ensure alignment of consulting recommendations with organizational priorities
  • Manage consulting project plans budgets and risks with a focus on predictable delivery timelines adherence to day shift schedules and transparent status communication
  • Develop insightful client presentations and documentation that clearly articulate findings recommendations benefits and implementation considerations using concise and accessible language
  • Support business development activities by shaping proposals estimating effort and contributing domain expertise in IT consulting to create compelling solution narratives
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend practical adoption strategies that enhance client capabilities and contribute to broader digital advancement in society
  • Guide the definition of key performance indicators for consulting engagements and track progress to demonstrate tangible business value and continuous improvement
  • Collaborate with internal practice teams to refine consulting frameworks accelerators and reusable assets that strengthen organizational knowledge and delivery consistency
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance data protection and ethical standards across all consulting activities maintaining trust and long term client relationships
  • Mentor junior consultants by sharing experience in IT consulting project delivery stakeholder communication and analytical problem solving to build a high performing practice. Qualifications
  • Demonstrate 12 to 15 years of progressive experience in IT consulting with a strong track record of leading medium to large scale advisory and implementation engagements
  • Possess deep understanding of IT strategy enterprise architecture and application portfolio management expressed through the ability to design pragmatic and outcome oriented solutions
  • Apply advanced analytical and problem solving skills to interpret complex business requirements and translate them into structured consulting deliverables and recommendations
  • Exhibit strong communication and facilitation capabilities that enable effective interaction with client executives business users and technical teams in hybrid work settings
  • Display proficiency in project and program management disciplines including scope management risk mitigation resource planning and stakeholder reporting in day shift operations
  • Utilize knowledge of digital transformation cloud solutions and data driven decision making to craft consulting approaches that support innovation and societal progress
  • Bring familiarity with common IT frameworks and reference models enhancing the rigor and credibility of assessments and strategic roadmaps delivered to clients
  • Show adaptability in working across industries and functions while maintaining a consistent IT consulting lens that focuses on measurable value creation and user experience

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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Physical and mental health

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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With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

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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