Director Consulting Expert - Higher Education

Xibis Ltd; Wideopen; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Director Consulting Expert for Higher Education. The role necessitates deep sector experience, as you will shape strategy and expand client relationships across the Higher Education sector. The ideal candidate will be accountable for digital transformation consulting and lead sector-wide changes, while fostering trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. This position is hybrid and offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Qualifications

• Deep Higher Education sector experience and a strong background in digital transformation.
• Proven consulting expertise with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in business development and strategic consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of CGI’s Higher Education practice.
• Shape strategic offerings and expand client relationships.
• Influence sector-wide transformation and manage HE consulting opportunities.

Skills

Client Management

Digital Transformation Consulting

Leadership

Job description

Director Consulting Expert - Higher Education

Category: Leadership and Management Roles

Location: United Kingdom, UK Wide - Various

Position ID: J1125-2218

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Join CGI and take a leading role in shaping the future of the UK Higher Education sector. As a senior strategic voice within our Advisory Team, you’ll guide universities through their most ambitious transformation challenges, expand our market presence and create innovative propositions that deliver measurable impact. You’ll influence sector‑wide change, strengthen client relationships and drive growth by combining deep industry insight with a bold, forward‑looking approach. With the freedom to take real ownership, the space to think differently and the backing of a collaborative community, you’ll help clients achieve meaningful outcomes while contributing directly to CGI’s long‑term success.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching), which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee.

We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces. We proudly hold a Gold Award for our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you must hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain it. This role is hybrid.

Future Duties and Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead the growth of CGI’s Higher Education practice by shaping sector strategy, expanding client relationships and designing compelling propositions that support universities in achieving their strategic goals. You will engage directly with senior stakeholders, helping them navigate complex digital and organisational transformation agendas while ensuring CGI becomes a trusted strategic partner across the sector.

You will also build new offerings aligned to emerging HE needs, seeking out innovative opportunities, developing high‑value proposals and contributing to the creation of sector‑wide thought leadership. Your work will directly influence CGI’s market presence, ensuring client satisfaction and supporting sustainable long‑term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Influence: Build strong relationships with C‑suite leaders and guide sector‑wide transformation.
• Develop & Deliver: Shape targeted HE propositions and create a meaningful pipeline of opportunities.
• Grow & Strengthen: Drive new logo acquisition and expand existing accounts.
• Innovate & Inspire: Identify emerging HE needs and design high‑impact value‑based offerings.
• Collaborate & Elevate: Partner across CGI to align capabilities to sector demand and enhance delivery success.

Required Qualifications

You should bring deep Higher Education sector experience, a track record in delivering digital transformation, and strong credibility with senior stakeholders. You’ll need proven consulting expertise, the ability to develop compelling propositions and a background in driving business growth through trusted advisory relationships.

Essential Qualifications

• Strong track record leading Digital Transformation and IT/Digital Strategy engagements.
• Proven experience engaging senior stakeholders in complex environments.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage a pipeline of HE consulting opportunities.
• Credibility as an HE sector expert, with insight across key challenges and trends.
• Experience in business development, revenue generation and strategic consulting.
• Ability to design sector offerings, influence delivery excellence and strengthen client relationships.

Core Skills

• Client Management
• Digital Transformation Consulting
• Leadership

What You Can Expect From Us

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. From day one you are an owner, shaping our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value through innovative solutions and relationships with teammates and clients. You’ll access global capabilities, expand your skills, and benefit from comprehensive industry and technology expertise.

Join our team – one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world – and build a career you’ll be proud of.