At pwc, our people in strategy consulting focus on providing strategic guidance and insights to organisations. They analyse market trends, assess business performance, and develop recommendations to help clients achieve their goals. These individuals work closely with clients to identify opportunities for growth, optimise operations, and enhance overall business performance. In technology strategy at pwc, you will specialise in developing and implementing strategic plans to leverage technology for business growth and innovation. You will analyse market trends, assess organisational needs, and provide guidance on technology investments and initiatives. Working in this area, you will collaborate with stakeholders to align technology strategies with overall business objectives to increase utilisation of technology resources, driving competitive advantage.
growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our firm.
examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
* craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
* apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
* validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
* direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
* deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
* initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
* make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
* model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific pwc tax and audit guidance), the firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
about the role
pwc’s tech strategy practice is seeking a senior manager to drive the successful execution of complex technology initiatives while managing risk and ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of program delivery, enterprise architecture, and risk management, combined with strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. You will work closely with executives and cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-impact solutions, enabling organizations to navigate digital transformation and achieve long-term operational excellence.
job requirements and preferences
core tech strategy skills:
* demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and initiative in delivering engagements.
* collaborate effectively with team members, fostering relationships, and proactively seeking guidance and feedback.
* communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal formats.
* establish program and project strategies, gathering business requirements, and developing solution architectures.
* define sourcing strategies, including vendor selection, contract review, structuring, and process management.
* assess program risks and provide strategic guidance on execution.
* develop business cases, implementation toolkits, and change management/communication plans.
* conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses, synthesizing complex data into meaningful insights, and applying analytical frameworks effectively.
* obtain one or more of the following certifications: safe agilist 6.0, aws certified cloud practitioner, google cloud digital leader, azure fundamental az-900, certified finops practitioner, togaf, itil4 foundation, devops foundation, certified associate in project management, azure ai fundamentals, aws certified ai practitioner.
* navigate the complexities of cross-border and diverse teams and engagements.
* develop and review financial models, business cases, and benchmarking analyses.
* effectively handle ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
* encourage diverse perspectives and invite contributions from all team members.
* move seamlessly between big-picture strategy and detailed execution.
* anticipate stakeholder needs and develop proactive solutions.
* contribute technical expertise within your domain.
foster collaboration between people and technology to drive innovation.
coach and mentor others by recognizing their strengths and encouraging ownership of their personal development.
address substandard work or work that does not meet firm or client expectations.
build trust through open conversations with teams, clients, and stakeholders.
uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
preferred knowledge / skills for role:
* demonstrates deep expertise and a strong record of leadership, as both an individual contributor and senior team leader across the following areas:
* shape and execute enterprise-wide it strategy by assessing technology landscapes, identifying capability gaps, and defining digital transformation roadmaps for industry saas solutions, cloud adoption, software development, and data analytics.
* act as a trusted advisor to senior executives, providing strategic insights on emerging technology trends and their impact on industry and business models.
* lead enterprise architecture definition, ensuring alignment with business objectives, risk management considerations, and future scalability requirements.
* develop and implement solution architectures that integrate cloud platforms (aws, azure, google cloud), devops, ai/ml, and iot technologies to drive competitive advantage.
* oversee workstreams focused on establishing and scaling the office of the architect or solution architecture function within complex transformation programs.
* provide strategic leadership in program mobilization and execution across key areas:
* program governance and execution strategy.
* financial business case development.
* enterprise-wide implementation planning.
* shared services and operating model transformation.
* large-scale pmo design and execution.
* lead program risk assessments, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies and alignment with enterprise objectives.
* develop high-impact business cases, implementation frameworks, and change management strategies for complex initiatives.
use data visualization tools, ai-driven analytics, and project management software to track, assess, and enhance program execution.
optimize it process transformation through the adoption of agile (safe), devsecops, pmi methodologies, and digital acceleration frameworks.
required qualifications
* bachelor’s degree in a stem field (science, technology, engineering, mathematics).
* 15+ years of relevant experience in technology consulting, it strategy consulting, or enterprise transformation consulting.
* 5+ years of experience at manager level or above.
* people management experience.
* proficiency in microsoft office, project management tools, and data visualization tools.
* strong understanding of sdlc methodologies, cloud service providers, and foundational programming languages.
preferred qualifications
* 20+ years of experience in technology strategy consulting.
* master’s degree (msc in technology).
* deep expertise in cloud platforms, enterprise it governance, and digital transformation.
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