Delivery Consultant - Digital

McKinsey & Company, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UAE is seeking a candidate for technology consulting engagements focused on financial services. This role involves managing client relationships, developing digital transformation strategies, and leveraging technology to provide innovative solutions. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 2+ years of experience, particularly in financial services. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of business/private sector experience with a record of achievements.
• Experience in Financial Services is a plus, especially banking, insurance, or asset management.
• Proven ability to implement digital technology strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage technology consulting engagements for financial services clients.
• Build relationships with CXOs and understand their IT transformation needs.
• Develop and execute technology roadmaps for clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Digital transformation

IT transformation

Process re-engineering

Client service commitment

Team collaboration

Communication in English and Arabic

Education

Undergraduate degree in IT, engineering, physics, or math

Job description

Your Growth

Driving lasting impact and building long‑term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we’ll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you’ll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning:Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast‑paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters:From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community:With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World‑class benefits:On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well‑being for you and your family.

Your Impact

You will manage technology consulting engagements for financial services clients including solution design & implementation ensuring the delivery of high‑quality technology solutions.

You will build and maintain strong relationships with Chief Experience Officers (CXOs) and key technology decision‑makers to deeply understand their IT transformation needs, challenges, and strategic priorities.

You will develop and execute comprehensive technology roadmaps and digital transformation plans for financial services clients.

You will demonstrate problem‑solving and drive a structured approach to identifying and solving complex technology problems, leveraging industry best practices, and methodologies.

You will strengthen the firm’s knowledge base by codifying learnings from projects and sharing knowledge with your teams.

You will chart your own development journey, attending formal training programs, working with the partners you find most inspiring, and focusing on the business areas you are most passionate about.

You will be based in the Middle East. Our core mission is to help organizations across the private sector implement transformations and build organizational and employee capabilities.

Your qualifications and skills

• Undergraduate degree in information technology, engineering, physics, and math or a related field, with an outstanding academic record
• 2+ years of business/private sector experience, with a clear record of achievements and proven drive for personal growth; international experience is a plus
• Demonstrated experience in Financial Services in at least one of the following areas would be beneficial: banking, insurance, wealth and asset management, public finance
• Demonstrated experience in technology and digital advisory and implementation is a plus (with the ability to drive one or more core technology offerings): IT transformation and modernization, digital transformation, enterprise architecture, data transformation
• Strong understanding of both business and technical aspects of technology/digital transformations within financial services, enabling the creation of value‑driven technology strategies
• Proven ability to define and implement digital and technology strategy that aligns with clients' strategic goals and drives digital innovation
• Must have extensive experience in transforming and implementing strategic initiatives within financial services organizations, including experience with process re‑engineering, technology adoption, and cultural change management
• Ability to successfully manage and deliver small‑medium sized projects
• Superior problem‑solving and relationship‑building skills, including a demonstrated high level of client service commitment
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and with people across all levels of an organization
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English and Arabic
• Willingness to travel, predominantly within the Kingdom