Assistant Manager / Manager - Consulting Strategy & Execution - KSA

Assistant Manager / Manager – Consulting Strategy & Execution (Internal function – Riyadh Based)

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EY is a leading global consultancy firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex business challenges. With a reputation for excellence, we collaborate with clients across various industries to drive transformational change, optimize performance, and achieve sustainable growth. 

The Opportunity

The Consulting Strategy & Execution function is the engine room that supports the MENA Consulting Leadership Team in shaping, communicating, and implementing the MENA Consulting Strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy Development

• Support the refresh of the EY MENA Consulting strategy, including defining the strategic imperatives, strategic programs and initiatives, and the related operating model
• Conduct market research and internal performance analysis to inform strategic recommendations
• Work closely with Sub-Service Lines, Sector Communities and internal functions to drive strategic alignment
• Translate leadership direction into structured frameworks, programs and roadmaps

2. Operating Model & Governance

• Develop, refresh, and document operating model components (roles, governance, processes, KPIs, decision rights, etc.)
• Create materials and guidance to support adoption of new models (e.g., playbooks, role descriptions, charters, RACI matrices)

3. Strategic Programs & Initiatives

• Support in developing and driving the implementation of strategic initiatives across MENA Consulting, coordinating between different Sub-Service Lines, Sectors, and internal functions
• Track progress, identify risks, and escalate issues potentially impeding strategic objectives

4. Leadership Enablement & Communications

• Prepare high-quality presentations to support the Consulting Leadership Team in communicating on strategy
• Support partner meetings, townhalls, all-hands events, and leadership forums with strategic content and insights
• Draft internal updates, strategic messages, and storytelling artefacts that drive clarity and ownership across the firm

5. Insight, Analysis & Decision Support

• Provide inputs into dashboards and performance trackers that help leadership make informed decisions.
• Collaborate with other functions in analyzing KPIs and market trends to identify opportunities and gaps

Role Requirements

• 3-6 years experience in management consulting, strategy, business transformation, or similar strategic/analytical roles
• Proven experience developing strategies and operating models for large and complex organizations
• Proven experience in client-facing consulting role, with exposure to diverse topics related to transformation, digital, risk, and people consulting
• Strong understanding of the regional consulting landscape from the supply and demand sides
• Strong academic background, preferably in Business, a Master’s degree or MBA is an advantage
• Proven ability to work with senior leadership and translate high-level direction into structured outputs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trusted relationships and communicate with confidence, and influence without authority
• Advanced analytical capability, with strong PowerPoint and Excel skills; experience with dashboards or data structuring is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and structured thinking, with the ability to deal with ambiguity, and synthesize complexity into clear, actionable insights
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills; ability to write and present high quality content with clarity and simplicity
• High level of creativity and conceptual thinking to design simple and compelling frameworks, and develop innovative approaches
• Comfort shifting priorities and navigating ambiguity

What We Look For

We seek highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. As an effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player who collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What We Offer You

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment and fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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