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2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Consulting Account Partner , Cognizant Consulting Management Consultant San Francisco, CA (Bay Area) United States About Us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at

COGNIZANT CONSULTING

Within Cognizant is Cognizant Consulting, a global consulting organization delivering strategic and domain consulting through industry and technology expertise. With over 6,000 consultants worldwide, Cognizant offers high-value consulting services that improve business performance and operational productivity, lower operational expenses and enhance overall performance. Clients draw upon our deep industry expertise, program and change management capabilities, and analytical objectivity to help improve business productivity, drive technology-enabled business transformation and increase shareholder value. We provide a number of Business/IT Consulting Services including Business Strategy, IT Strategy & Roadmap Development, Process Re-Engineering & Transformation, Enterprise Architecture & Technology Selection, and Domain Solutions. The Cognizant Consulting team is a high performing organization that is continually expanding our client base and increasingly being recommended by analysts such as Forrester and Gartner. And we’re growing! The Role Cognizant's Communications, Media, and Technology (CMT) practice is seeking a dynamic Consulting Account Partner to spearhead our growth trajectory towards becoming the preeminent business and technology services partner for the Global 2000. As a strategic leader, you will be responsible for expanding our consulting presence within key client accounts particularly in the Technology industry, developing and executing comprehensive account plans, and building deep and robust partnerships with client executives and leaders. This role demands a deep understanding of the client’s business, industry trends, and Cognizant's consulting capabilities. You will drive revenue growth through proactive sales, delivery excellence, and the strategic leadership of go-to-market activities for a designated client or client cluster. As a Consulting Account Partner, you will drive account strategies to highlight and position our consulting capabilities that include 1) applying industry-specific domain knowledge and understanding of Cognizant’s horizontal solutions to address client needs and requirements, 2) advising on and shaping client strategies, 3) delivering optimum solutions that delight clients, and 4) achieving client business goals. The successful candidate also exemplifies Cognizant’s Five Pillars of Consulting : 1) Project Execution, 2) Expertise, 3) Business Development, 4) Practice Development, and 5) People Development. At the Director Level, this means driving cost effective end-to-end execution of consultant engagements, cultivating practice innovations, achieving financial targets (utilization, expenditures, revenue, margin), promoting Cognizant Consulting’s vision & mission, and building high performing teams across the organization. In addition to enabling consulting excellence through the Five Pillars of Consulting. Our services and solutions are in demand and we’re passionate about making a difference. If you have experience with the above, are a selfless leader, and are committed to client-facing environment, want to grow your career within a team that builds something great together, we want to hear from you! Apply now! Key Responsibilities Strategically plan and build strong client relationships at the executive level, acting as a trusted advisor to identify and address their evolving needs, while ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders for seamless delivery. Drive sales and business development by translating client needs into compelling proposals, expanding key accounts through proactive pitches and cross-selling, and fostering collaborative efforts across the organization to secure optimal client solutions. Lead the successful delivery and execution of consulting engagements, ensuring profitability, measurable impact, and continuous improvement through innovation. Cultivate a collaborative environment both internally and with clients, leverage industry expertise to strengthen Cognizant's offerings, and represent the company as a thought leader in relevant forums, ensuring the organization works cohesively to deliver optimal results. Qualifications 15+ years of experience building and leading high-performing, results-oriented consulting teams, consistently exceeding engagement targets, controlling budgets, and driving financial success. Deep knowledge of industry trends and a robust network of contacts within professional organizations and industry forums, particularly in the technology sector. Demonstrated ability to establish initial engagements and grow them into broader partnerships with a proven track record of account expansion through new service introductions, upselling, and cross-selling. Demonstrated expertise in navigating the interconnected landscape of ads, sales & marketing, customer experience, and support, and analyzing client needs across various touchpoints to develop and implement tailored solutions that enhance customer experience and drive measurable results. Familiarity with digital products and services with consumer electronics experience preferred. International experience driving global initiatives is a plus Work Authorization Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.) Salary And Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is between $165,000 – 200,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales Industries IT Services and IT Consulting and Business Consulting and Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cognizant by 2x Get notified about new Consulting Principal jobs in San Francisco, CA . 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