Technology Consulting Manager

Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Grant Thornton's Business Consulting practice spans Technology, Enterprise Applications, Finance, Operations, Deals and People. Our Technology Consulting team helps clients navigate strategic technology change, we advise Private Equity and corporate clients to help them make critical technology investment decisions. From pre-deal technology due diligence to post-deal value creation planning, we assess technology risks, opportunities and operating models to determine how "future-fit" an organisation really is. We also support clients with major technology decisions, running Spec & Select engagements to help them choose the right platforms, partners and architecture for their growth. We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job-share options. We'll support you to balance work and life. What You'll Do As a Technology Consulting Manager, you'll lead and support high-impact projects across multiple sectors, working with senior consultants and directors to shape client outcomes. You'll bring structure, insight and commercial thinking to complex technology challenges, while continuing to develop as a specialist and consultant. You'll play a key role in delivering technology consulting engagements, working alongside senior colleagues to provide analysis, structure and insight across a range of client projects. Your work will span several of our core service areas: Technology Strategy & Operating Model Support

• Analyse technology estates and operating model elements to surface risks, constraints and improvement opportunities
• Contribute to target-state options, principles and portfolio-level roadmaps
• Support workshops, interviews and requirements sessions; capture insights and help shape next steps
• Translate and present findings and insights clearly and confidently, helping the team shape recommendations and next steps

Business Systems Strategy & Digital Transformation

• Support System strategy engagements; including requirements gathering, vendor evaluations, scoring and recommendation development
• Contribute to market scans, shortlists and platform/partner evaluations (RFI/RFP, demos, references); prepare structured comparisons and reasoned recommendations
• Help build pragmatic transformation plans and sequencing; support mobilisation activities (RAID inputs, planning artefacts, stakeholder documentation)
• Work with SMEs to shape integration, data and reporting needs with a clear line of sight to business outcomes.

M&A Technology Advisory (PE & Corporate)

• Contribute to technology due diligence, supporting assessments of risks, scalability, cost drivers and value-creation opportunities
• Support development of separation and integration plans, mapping dependencies and documenting practical Day-1 and transition considerations
• Produce clear, structured analysis and reporting in fast-paced deal environments

Project Support & Collaboration

• Work closely with senior consultants and Engagement Managers to plan work, manage tasks and maintain quality
• Coordinate with wider project teams to maintain smooth delivery, clarity of communication and consistent quality
• Build positive working relationships across the practice, collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines to bring integrated solutions to clients.
• Contribute to proposals, research, credentials and methodologies that support practice development and growth.
• Participate actively in practice initiatives, knowledge-sharing sessions and internal communities, helping to strengthen our collective capability.
• Build relationships with client stakeholders and represent the firm professionally

Do you have experience in System architecture?, Joining us as a Technology Consulting Manager, the minimum criteria you'll need is practical technology experience in a relevant environment. A degree in Computer Science, IT or a related discipline is strongly preferred. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'll help you develop along the way.

• Experience in technology consulting, IT operations or a similar professional setting
• Ability to communicate technical concepts simply and effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Exposure to IT strategy, digital transformation or M&A technology engagements
• Understanding of systems architecture, cloud platforms or cybersecurity
• Experience with data analysis or scripting (e.g., SQL, Python)

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative. With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we're on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career., Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. Beyond the job Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you're with outside of work matter, that's why we're happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you'll be giving back to society. It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our It's that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm's values - purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind. We're looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what's right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It's how it should be   You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply