Management Consultant - Talent & Organisation (T&O)

T&O Introduction

Join Accenture and help transform leading organisations and communities around the world. The scale of our client engagements and the way we collaborate, operate, and deliver value provides an unparalleled opportunity to grow and advance your career.

Our Talent and Organisation (T&O) Team partners with C-Suite leaders to develop practical and fit-for-purpose people strategies and solutions that help people better transition and adapt to a constantly evolving and challenging workplace.

Accenture’s Strategy and Consulting professionals work closely with clients, helping them transform their business, improve performance, and navigate the complexities of industry trends, both locally and globally.

Role Overview:

As a Talent & Organisation (T&O) Consultant, you will support, deliver and / or lead projects across industries, leveraging your expertise in understanding how digital transformation will unlock human potential.

Key deliverables:

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including CHROs and business leaders, to design and execute people transformation initiatives. Build strong relationships with clients to position Accenture as a trusted advisor and thought leader in Talent and Organisation (T&O) solutions.
• Lead, deliver and / or support the delivery of projects across diverse industries, focusing on areas such as talent management, operating model design, change management, and employee experience. Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions that address business challenges.
• Develop compelling proposals that address client needs and showcase Accenture's capabilities in Talent and Organisation solutions.
• Design innovative solutions that help organisations transform their people agenda and workforce strategy.
• Contribute to the development of thought leadership on key topics such as employee experience, culture / talent transformation, operating model, HR technology and workforce analytics. Collaborate with global and local teams to tailor solutions to the unique needs of the African market.

Core Skills:

• Analytical problem solving: The ability to analyse complex problems, identify patterns, and develop effective solutions. This skill involves critical thinking, data analysis, and the application of logical reasoning to solve unstructured and ambiguous business challenges.
• Client management and engagement: Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and providing valuable advice and support. This skill involves effective communication, empathy, and the ability to manage client expectations.
• Communication skills: The ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing. This skill involves active listening, presenting information in a compelling manner, and adapting communication styles to different audiences.
• Leadership and influence: Leading teams and projects effectively, inspiring and motivating others, and driving change within an organisation. This skill involves strategic thinking, decision-making, and the ability to influence and guide others towards achieving common goals.
• Adaptability and flexibility: Navigating change and ambiguity with agility, responding readily to challenges and changing environments. This skill involves being open to new ideas, adjusting strategies as needed, and maintaining a positive attitude in the face of uncertainty.
• Innovation and creativity: Envisioning and creating new products, processes, and solutions to add value to clients. This skill involves thinking outside the box, experimenting with new approaches, and continuously seeking ways to improve and innovate.
• Project management: Managing and delivering projects effectively, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and to the required quality standards. This skill involves planning, organizing, and coordinating resources and activities.

Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in HR consulting.
• Proven ability to develop solutions that successfully deliver project outcomes for clients.
• Experience designing or working with HR ERP platforms or HR systems (e.g. Workday, SuccessFactors, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Experience working with large data to derive insights and inform decision-making.
• Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence or latest trends that impact people and the way of working