IT Consultant

Merit Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an IT Consultant to join their team in Brantford. This role involves collaborating with clients to evaluate their IT needs, propose tailored solutions, and ensure successful project execution. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional IT consulting services. Benefits include a comprehensive health package, retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits package

Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and personal days off

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT Consultant providing IT consulting services.
• Extensive knowledge in infrastructure, networks, security, and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to evaluate their IT systems and propose solutions.
• Conduct assessments of client needs and document data.
• Oversee execution of IT solutions ensuring efficient project management.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

ITIL

PMP

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Job description

Merit Services is seeking an IT Consultant to join our client’s dynamic team in Brantford. As an IT Consultant, your main responsibility will be to collaborate closely with clients to understand their business objectives, evaluate their IT needs, and suggest strategies to improve productivity and support business growth. This role offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to providing outstanding IT consulting services.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with clients to evaluate their IT systems, identify areas for improvement, and propose tailored solutions aligned with their business goals.
2. Conduct comprehensive assessments of client needs, gather and document data, and identify discrepancies through comparison.
3. Provide expert advice on IT strategies, systems, and technologies to ensure alignment with client objectives and industry standards.
4. Assist clients in planning IT projects, including defining scope, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
5. Create detailed project proposals with timelines, deliverables, and cost estimates.
6. Oversee the execution of IT solutions, ensuring efficient project management and smooth deployment.
7. Offer training and support to clients’ IT teams, facilitating knowledge exchange and technology integration.
8. Keep clients updated on the latest IT trends, innovations, and regulations, providing valuable recommendations.
9. Build strong relationships with clients, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and dedicated support to achieve their goals.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Proven experience as an IT Consultant or similar role, providing IT consulting services to clients.
3. Extensive knowledge in areas such as infrastructure, networks, security, cloud technologies, and business applications.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex IT environments and recommend practical solutions.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
6. Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budgets.
7. Professional certifications like ITIL, PMP, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly desirable.
8. Ability to understand business needs and organizational objectives and challenges.

Benefits:

1. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, aligned with market standards.
2. Comprehensive health and dental benefits package.
3. Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan with contributions.
4. Paid vacation and personal days off.
5. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization.
6. A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

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