Technology Sector Manager

WHAT YOU'LL DO
As the Technology Sector Manager for BCGs Technology Sector, youll be the COO/Chief of Staff for the largest business in the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Practice. The Technology Sector (in the TMT Practice) has experienced double-digit growth over the last several years and serves clients across the globe and across every major subsector (Semiconductors, End-user devices, Equipment, Software, Consumer apps, IT Services, Growth tech, etc.).

The Technology Sector Manager would be responsible for four things:

• Driving the Technology Business by identifying and driving key growth vectors for the business; mobilizing best of BCG/Tech across the globe, especially in key growth geographies/sectors; and other high visibility, strategically important initiatives
• Increasing Visibility of the Sector by effectively supporting BCG presence at high-visibility events; running the Technology Advisory Network; and shaping and managing the Technology IP and seat at the table (SATT) agenda in collaboration with our MDPs and with TMT Marketing
• Growing the Technology Sector Team by supporting expert and lateral hiring efforts; refining affiliation strategy, including key pipeline gaps and internal recruitment efforts; enhancing our diversity proposition e.g. working with initiatives such as Women in Tech; and framing and driving Technology agenda at regional and global meetings.
• Build Capabilities for the Sector by managing sector investments, shaping and building our commercial offering portfolio, and working with TMTs Knowledge Team

YOU'RE GOOD AT

• Excellent team player that can independently collaborate with other functions or teams on initiatives/recurring issues to find solutions or establish best practices
• Are capable of owning, structuring and driving significant and fast-paced workload: drive ad-hoc, complex, ambiguous projects or processes that routinely require independent judgment, tradeoffs or prioritization
• Earning the respect of a very senior cohort, all MDPs, that are remotely located, juggling the various priorities and viewpoints of the Technology Sector Leadership Team
• Operating effectively in a matrix organization with the ability to prioritize/make decisions; working collaboratively with peers in our Sector teams
• Efficiently and effectively managing a fragmented portfolio with an ability to very effectively multi-task and drive independently to quick insights and crisp deliverables, coupled with strong PMO skills to ensure rapid impact
• Working independently to identify need for, scope, gain endorsement and drive implementation of commercially impactful initiatives
• Leading others including senior leaders in clarifying problems and developing solutions by building consensus, persuading and influencing
• Motivating others to deliver highest standards, providing direction and coaching

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

• At least former Project Leader (or equivalent-level manager) at BCG or another top-tier consulting firm (ideal)
• 8-10 years of relevant experience; Masters degree/MBA preferred
• Ability to lead more complex, broader sub functional teams or projects fully independently and provide direction to others
• Ability to resolve complex issues and non-defined problems autonomously, with full business acumen
• Self-starter/motivatorbring solutions, not problems and good at prioritizing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced knowledge in Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills, credibility, excellent team player
• Ability to influence senior members of the PA and beyond
• Ability to respect sensitive client, BCG, and people related information as personal and confidential
• Global mobility experience with and willingness to work with international teams and travel 10% (post-COVID)

YOU'LL WORK WITH
Our business management and operations team members work to ensure that BCG is running smoothly, efficiently, and productively. We are made up of executive and administrative (or case team) assistants, visual service artists, receptionists, facilities staff, and the team leaders and office coordinators who manage these operations and business management jobs.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Effective November 1, 2021, all new US hires must be fully vaccinated (two weeks after receiving the final dose of a WHO-approved COVID19 vaccine) or subject to a religious or medical exemption.