Strategic Client Lead for Software & Platforms Growth

Accenture PLC; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive rewards package

Global collaboration opportunities

Job summary

Accenture Netherlands in Amsterdam is seeking an experienced Client Account Lead to guide software & platforms engagements, drive growth, and build executive relationships. You will lead multidisciplinary teams across strategy, technology, and operations to deliver transformative outcomes for software and digital-native clients.

The role sits in Amsterdam with a hybrid working model, leveraging Accenture’s global network and industry expertise to shape growth strategies, AI adoption, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in consulting, technology, business development, account leadership, or strategy roles.
• Strong understanding of Software & Platforms business models, including SaaS, cloud-based services, digital marketplaces, subscription businesses, platform ecosystems, and technology-enabled growth strategies
• Experience working with software vendors, platform companies, hyperscalers, digital-native organizations, or enterprise technology providers
• Proven success building and expanding relationships with senior executives across business, product, technology, and commercial functions
• Experience leading strategic transformation initiatives focused on growth, customer engagement, operating model modernization, cloud adoption, data-driven decision making, or AI-enabled innovation
• Knowledge of emerging technologies including GenAI, cloud, platform engineering, data & analytics, cybersecurity, and intelligent automation
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities, shape compelling value propositions, and drive complex pursuits
• Experience leading diverse teams across functions, geographies, and disciplines
• Master's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Fluency in English; Dutch is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Build and deepen relationships with leading Software & Platforms organizations, becoming a trusted advisor to senior decision-makers
• Help clients accelerate growth, improve customer experiences, and unlock new revenue opportunities through technology and innovation
• Lead complex engagements spanning AI transformation, cloud modernization, digital platforms, data-driven business models, and enterprise-wide reinvention
• Shape and progress strategic opportunities from initial client discussions through successful execution and value realization
• Bring together Accenture's expertise across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Song, Cloud, Data & AI, and Operations to solve critical business challenges
• Support clients as they navigate industry disruption, evolving market expectations, and increasing competitive pressure
• Drive executive conversations around AI-powered growth, platform strategies, ecosystem expansion, and next-generation customer experiences
• Coach, mentor, and inspire talented teams while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture

Skills

Consulting experience

Software & Platforms

Executive relationship building

Strategic transformation

AI & GenAI awareness

Cloud & data analytics

Commercial acumen

Leading cross-functional teams

English fluency

Dutch language preference

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Job description

Accenture Netherlands in Amsterdam is seeking an experienced Client Account Lead to guide software & platforms engagements, drive growth, and build executive relationships. You will lead multidisciplinary teams across strategy, technology, and operations to deliver transformative outcomes for software and digital-native clients.

The role sits in Amsterdam with a hybrid working model, leveraging Accenture’s global network and industry expertise to shape growth strategies, AI adoption, and