Job Description

About Accenture:

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all business functions — underpinned by the world’s largest delivery network — Accenture works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve their performance and create sustainable value for their stakeholders. With 492,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture drives innovation to improve the way the world works and lives. Visit us at www.accenture.com

Practice Overview:

Skill/Operating Group

Technology Consulting

Level

Senior Manager / Manager

Practice

Technology Strategy & Advisory, Global Network

Areas of Work

Enterprise Architecture & Business Transformation

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Travel Percentage

Expected Travel could be anywhere between 0-100%

Why Technology Strategy & Advisory

The Technology Strategy & Advisory Practice is part of Accenture Strategy and focuses on addressing our clients' most critical strategic concerns. Specializing in Enterprise Architecture & Business Transformation, our team is dedicated to guiding major enterprises through comprehensive R&D transformations aimed at reengineering business models and integrating advanced IT Operating Models using agile methodologies.

We provide you with a great learning ground, deep-rooted in Business Strategy, where you will get an opportunity to advice and work with our key global clients, driving end-to-end transformative strategic value and business growth. As a part of this high performing team, these are some of the initiatives you will drive:
 

Business Analysis: Tackle complex business challenges through meticulous data analysis and evaluation of multifaceted variables.

Client Technology Architecture: Aid clients in designing and architecting their technology landscape to catalyze technology-driven growth.

Enterprise Architecture Transformation: Address critical business issues by guiding architectural transformations, mapping out progressive journeys from current states to future-ready enterprise environments.

Enterprise Growth & Innovation: Equip our clients with the innovative capabilities necessary for sustained high performance and market dominance, focusing on strategic investments and technological advancements.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities:                         

In the Enterprise Architecture & Business Transformation position within Technology Strategy & Advisory, success is driven by a blend of technical acumen and strategic business insight. We are looking for individuals who can:

Develop Innovative Technology Solutions: Craft cutting-edge solutions and value-adding propositions, taking these to market to drive significant client impact.

Expertise in IT and Digital Trends: Possess a robust understanding of technology trends across IT, digital, and IT Operating Models, applying this knowledge to solve real-world business challenges and seize new opportunities.

Thought Leadership: Generate high-impact insights that showcase a visionary view of the market, influencing industry standards and practices.

Analytical and Creative Problem Solving: Demonstrate a proven ability to creatively and analytically tackle issues within a problem-solving environment, bolstered by strong consulting skills.

Collaborative Teamwork: Exhibit a team-oriented approach, working collaboratively with both clients and colleagues to achieve business goals.

Lead Pilot Implementations: Guide initial proof of concept and pilot implementations, crafting plans to scale these solutions across multiple technology domains.

Business Acumen: Understand and strategically apply business value drivers to shape the scope and approach of engagements.

Effective Communication: Masterfully convey complex ideas, tailoring your communication style to suit different audiences and social styles.

Application of Technology Trends: Apply a deep understanding of emerging technology trends to develop solutions that address real-world problems and create business opportunities.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Utilize exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to articulate complex technology and business concepts to senior stakeholders, ensuring clarity and engagement.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. Essential for foundational knowledge in technology and its practical applications.

• Minimum of 4-7 years large scale consulting experience in roles that have demanded deep involvement in blend of strategic insight and practical industry application. This should include experience managing teams and projects within a consulting framework or innovative tech companies, demonstrating a capability to lead in dynamic, technology-driven environments.

Experience:

You should have prior experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Technology Stack Understanding: Comprehensive knowledge of the technology stack, from infrastructure to applications and business logic.

• Architectural Proficiencies: Experience with Business, Application, Security, Microservices, SOA, and API architectures.

• Emerging Technologies: A strong grasp of and passion for major technologies from legacy to emerging, such as IoT, Mobility, Cloud, Digital, and Collaboration.

• Enterprise Architecture Tools: Proficiency in using Enterprise Architecture tools such as Troux, Mega, Alfabet, Archimate, etc.

• Cloud-Based Solutions: Experience in designing or building end-to-end cloud-based business solutions is highly desirable.

• Project Delivery Lifecycle: Practical experience in managing the end-to-end project delivery lifecycle.

• Governance and Process Design: Skills in designing governance frameworks or processes.

• IT Operating Model and Transformation: Expertise in IT process excellence, operating model design, and transformation.

• Technology Lifecycle Management: Experience in lifecycle management of technology portfolios.

• Industry Frameworks: Exposure to industry frameworks like TOGAF, DODAF is desirable but not essential.

• Industry Experience: Practical industry expertise across sectors such as Financial Services, Retail, Consumer Goods, Telecommunications, Life Sciences, Transportation, Hospitality, Automotive/Industrial, Mining, and Resources is of interest. However, experience in equivalent domains is also highly valued.

Key Competencies and Skills:

In this pivotal role, your ability to merge technology with strategic business initiatives will be crucial. We value the following competencies and skills:

• A strong desire to engage in and drive transformations that integrate cutting-edge technology with business processes.

• Deep knowledge of ongoing and emerging technology trends across IT and digital landscapes.

• Exceptional skills in interpersonal communication and presentations, capable of effectively articulating concepts and ideas to varied audiences.

• A fundamentally team-oriented approach to work, thriving in collaborative environments and contributing to team success.

• The capacity to develop and disseminate high-impact thought leadership that influences and guides the technology strategy community.

• Ability to forge and sustain strong relationships both within the organization and with clients, essential for navigating the complexities of business transformation.

• A proven record of employing both creativity and analytical precision in solving complex problems.

• Demonstrated success in contributing to a team-oriented environment, promoting a collaborative and supportive workplace.

• Quick to understand and act on the key value drivers of a business, translating these into actionable and impactful technology strategies.

• Flexibility to meet client needs, including accommodating travel requirements as needed.

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