Delivery Manager - Digital

McKinsey & Company, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm seeks candidates for technology consulting roles in financial services in Abu Dhabi. Ideal applicants will have 6+ years of relevant experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead technology transformations. Success in this role requires collaboration with clients to drive digital innovation and high-quality technology solutions. This position offers a dynamic work environment and robust development opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning and mentorship

Global community exposure

Qualifications

• 6+ years of private sector experience with proven drive for personal growth.
• Experience in Financial Services in banking, insurance, or asset management.
• Experience in technology and digital advisory and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology consulting engagements for financial services clients.
• Build relationships with key technology decision-makers.
• Develop and execute technology roadmaps and digital transformation plans.

Skills

Problem solving

Relationship building

Client service commitment

Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively

Education

Undergraduate degree in information technology, 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 lead and 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 one of our Middle East offices. 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
• 6+ years of 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: banking, insurance, wealth and asset management, public finance
• Demonstrated experience in technology and digital advisory and implementation, 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
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following key service offerings is a plus: organizational development (including org. design/set up, talent management, etc.), transformational delivery (implementing large transformational programs), and productivity and performance improvement
• Ability to successfully manage and deliver small – medium sized projects and/or manage small units with budget responsibility
• Superior problem solving and relationship building skills, including a demonstrated high level of client service commitment
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English and Arabic
• Willingness to travel