Tech Strategy Associate.

Role & responsibilities

• Drive IT transformation initiatives and monitor progress against strategic outcomes.
• Conduct current-state assessments, gap analyses, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain IT operating model frameworks, playbooks, and governance documentation.
• Prepare executive presentations, leadership reports, steering committee materials, and strategic updates.
• Synthesize inputs from multiple workstreams into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Support portfolio planning, intake management, prioritization, and investment governance processes.
• Identify program risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies proactively.
• Benchmark technology operating practices against industry standards and leading organizations.
• Develop reusable templates, methodologies, and best practices for strategy execution.
• Leverage AI tools and data-driven approaches to enhance productivity and decision-making.

Preferred candidate profile

• 7-9 years of overall experience with at least 3-5 years in Strategy Consulting, IT Strategy, Corporate Strategy, or Transformation roles.
• Prior experience with consulting firms such as Deloitte, Accenture, EY, KPMG, PwC, or similar organizations.
• Strong exposure to Technology Strategy, IT Operating Models, Digital Transformation, or PMO/TMO initiatives.
• Good understanding of IT governance, demand management, portfolio management, vendor management, and strategic planning.
• Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel, with strong problem-solving and storytelling abilities.
• Experience working with senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Exposure to automotive, manufacturing, or other large-scale complex industries is preferred.
• MBA or equivalent strategic business experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to structure ambiguous problems and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills with an AI-first mindset.