About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is a global team of 5,000+ entrepreneurial experts helping Fortune 500 clients rethink what's possible. We combine industry insight, human-centered design and AI to solve complex challenges and accelerate transformation. With bold thinking and practical experience, we unlock value fast—earning a Guinness World Record for the largest AI lesson ever delivered.
About the Role
As a Consulting Manager, you will support the growth of Cognizant's Organizational Change Management consulting business by:
Delivering outstanding change management consulting engagements
Contributing to business development by spotting new consulting opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and supporting the development of proposals and RFP responses
Supporting our team's growth by guiding and empowering team members and creating an inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment that fosters professional development
Crafting creative change management propositions that cater to our clients' needs and align with the latest market trends
Upgrading your own skills through continuous learning and development opportunities, and sharing your insights within our company and the industry to shape our thought leadership
What Our Ideal Candidate Looks Like
Experience
6–9 years of experience, preferably in a role as an (external) organizational change management consultant
Proven track record delivering successful transformational change across technology implementations, AI-powered business transformation, IT and business process outsourcing, global delivery center establishment, and other large-scale organizational changes at international corporations
Hands-on change experience across technology transformations, AI-driven business model shifts, process digitalization, and enterprise system implementations; experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms is a bonus
Experience in life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other regulated industries preferred
Expertise
MBA/MSc in Business Administration, Economics, Organization Psychology, or Behavioral Science
Change Management Certified Professional (e.g., PROSCI or ACMP)
Deep understanding of organizational change management trends, including adoption challenges posed by AI, automation, and rapid digital transformation
Strong affinity with digital technology and emerging tools; demonstrated ability to translate complex technological change (including AI and automation) into actionable adoption and people strategies
Soft Skills
Dynamic team player who enjoys collaborating with diverse and international teams
Skilled in building long-term relationships with clients
Dedicated to supporting the growth and development of the practice and its team members
Strong communication and presentation skills
Outstanding people person with strong relationship skills, able to interact seamlessly with different levels in a global multi-cultural organization
Other Requirements
Based in Milan or Parma
Holds an EU passport and is fluent in Italian and English
Open to traveling and working at international client offices
Why Choose Cognizant
At Cognizant, you'll work alongside entrepreneurial consultants who challenge you to think boldly and act pragmatically. You'll:
Design human-centered, scalable solutions
Bridge operational uncertainty with digital transformation
Deliver measurable impact across industriesRecognized as a top employer across 13 countries and acknowledged by LinkedIn and Forbes for fostering career growth, our consultants drive impactful results while shaping the future of business.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Italian and EU law. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce where every associate can thrive.
Personal data submitted as part of your application will be processed in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Cognizant's Candidate Privacy Notice.
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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.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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