Associate Director, Consult Strategic Projects

Kyndryl; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Greater London seeks an Associate Director for Consult Strategic Projects. This role involves supporting the Chief of Staff and leading transformation initiatives. Candidates should have over 5 years of customer-facing experience and a strong technical background in IT strategy, enterprise architecture, and demonstrated leadership skills. The position promises substantial learning opportunities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Employee learning programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Company-wide volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in customer facing/engagement roles.
• Experience managing and presenting at a senior executive level.
• Proven experience leading diverse cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief of Staff as a strategic advisor.
• Lead transformation initiatives with the Consult Transformation Lead.
• Ensure project completion for the Global Consult Leader.

Skills

Customer facing experience

Technical background in IT strategy

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief of Staff in acting as a strategic advisor to the Global Consult Leader and Consult Leadership team

• Lead on specific transformation initiatives in partnership with the Consult Transformation Lead

• Ensure timely and effective completion of projects and initiatives for the Global Consult Leader and Chief of Staff

• Support Chief of Staff and Global Consult Lead in meetings and assuming responsibility for completion of action items.

• Manage calendars and prioritize time and schedule in partnership with the diary administration team

• Maintain accurate confidential files and data records

• Prepare agendas, plan, and help execute team meetings

• Tight connection with communications and marketing to ensure preparation for wide audience events (e.g., townhalls), internal, and external communications

• Support the Chief of Staff with the execution of various aspects of the Leader’s commitments and deliverables.

• Prioritizing incoming requests and assisting the Chief of Staff with long term planning

• Actively design and/or contribute to projects and initiatives involving or sponsored by the leader

• Providing your own unique insight and problem solve with the Leader in your areas of strength

• Good understanding of technology consulting and delivery across various stacks including but not limited to:

Your Future at Kyndryl

As an Associate Director, Consult Strategic Projects at Kyndryl you will join the Kyndryl Consultant Profession, working with other Kyndryl Consultants, Architects, Project Managers, and cross-functional Technical Subject Matter Experts – presenting unlimited opportunities with unmatched support through our investment in your learning, training, and career growth.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience

• Degree preferred in a relevant field.

• 5+ years of experience in customer facing/engagement role(s).

• Experience in managing and presenting at a senior executive level.

• Technical background, including IT strategy, enterprise architecture, transformation programs, and IT operating model design.

• Ability to take diverse data points and build a comprehensive message to tell a story.

• Strong track record of performance and recognized as a high-potential leader.

• Proven experience leading and working with diverse, cross-functional teams.

• Strong business acumen and commercial sense.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and the ability to build impactful deck.

• Proven experience with multi-tasking and organization skills.

• Transformative and strategic thinker.

• Excellent written and verbal executive communication skills.

• Discretion and high integrity.

• Ability to proactively solve problems to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience working in IT professional services / consulting environments.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.