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Director, Consulting

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Nielsen

Jul 28, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
  • Cologne

Requirements

  • Identify and prioritise opportunities to innovate, optimise, standardise, and automate Consulting offerings, where appropriate
  • Support the development and standardisation of strategic products for use with broader client base
  • Support team members with people management responsibilities, promoting the importance of regular check-ins, learning opportunities and ongoing feedback
  • Identify and support learning requirements for Consulting International team members to ensure continuous improvement
  • Set a positive culture of collaboration across teams and borders

Responsibilities

  • Team & Capacity Management:
  • Positively contribute to capacity management across the international team, facilitating the allocation of the best possible resource to each project and task regardless of location;
  • Continue to support communication between internal teams in a positive, constructive manner
  • Solutions & People Development:
  • Identify and prioritise opportunities to innovate, optimise, standardise, and automate Consulting offerings, where appropriate
  • Support the development and standardisation of strategic products for use with broader client base
  • Support team members with people management responsibilities, promoting the importance of regular check-ins, learning opportunities and ongoing feedback
  • Identify and support learning requirements for Consulting International team members to ensure continuous improvement
  • Set a positive culture of collaboration across teams and borders
  • Revenue & Business Development:
  • Support the Sales teams to identify key domestic/international targets and priorities, and share new Consulting solutions and successes through knowledge sharing sessions
  • Lead client proposal allocation, preparation and interaction with Sales teams, ensuring all proposals reach required quality standards
  • Active involvement in thought leadership, including key sports marketing trends, working with Marcomm on overarching narrative, Consulting teams on collateral development, and Revenue teams on dissemination with clients
  • Maintain personal relationships with key growth clients, using strong relationships to generate new strategic opportunities
  • Client Management & Delivery:
  • Ensure high level of client delivery across Consulting International, supporting clients with strategic decision making whenever possible; aim to be a trusted partner rather than a service provider
  • Lead interactions and workstreams with key Consulting International clients
  • Develop strong and enduring relationships by spending time on client site where possible

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Director, Consulting position at Nielsen Sports?**

The primary focus of the Director, Consulting position is to advise clients on the effectiveness of their sports and entertainment marketing strategies, utilizing data to identify areas for improvement and helping clients make informed economic decisions. **Question: What are the key responsibilities in team and capacity management?** **Answer:** Key responsibilities in team and capacity management include positively contributing to capacity management across the international team, facilitating effective resource allocation for projects, and supporting constructive communication between internal teams. **Question: What responsibilities are associated with solutions and people development?** **Answer:** Responsibilities in solutions and people development include identifying opportunities to innovate and standardize consulting offerings, supporting the development of strategic products for clients, promoting regular communication and learning within the team, and fostering a collaborative culture. **Question: How does this role contribute to revenue and business development?** **Answer:** This role contributes to revenue and business development by supporting sales teams in targeting domestic and international clients, preparing client proposals, participating in thought leadership initiatives, and maintaining relationships with key clients to generate new opportunities. **Question: What is expected in terms of client management and delivery?** **Answer:** The Director, Consulting is expected to ensure high-quality client delivery, support clients in strategic decision-making, lead interactions with key clients, and develop strong relationships by spending time on-site with clients when possible. **Question: What are the educational and experience requirements for this role?** **Answer:** The role requires at least 3-5 years of experience at a top consulting firm, excellent communication skills in English and German, proven experience in leading consulting projects, and a Master's degree or higher in a relevant field that requires strong analytical and communication skills. **Question: Which tools and platforms should candidates be familiar with for this position?** **Answer:** Candidates should have a high level of competence using Business Intelligence tools/platforms, especially Microsoft PowerBI, as well as digital analytics tools such as Radarly, Social Bakers, Crowdtangle, and FanPageKarma. **Question: Is fluency in any particular language required for the role?** **Answer:** Yes, fluency in both German and English (spoken and written) is required for this role. **Question: What is the importance of client relationships in this role?** **Answer:** Client relationships are crucial as the Director, Consulting aims to establish themselves as a trusted partner rather than just a service provider, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and support in strategic decision-making. **Question: What kind of culture is the Director expected to promote within the team?** **Answer:** The Director is expected to promote a positive culture of collaboration across teams and borders, encouraging communication, feedback, and continuous learning among team members.

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Mission & Purpose

Nielsen is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides insights and intelligence to businesses in various industries. They specialise in collecting and analysing data related to consumer behaviour, media consumption, and market trends. Nielsen's ultimate mission is to provide clients with a comprehensive understanding of consumer preferences and market dynamics to drive informed decision-making. Their purpose is to help businesses navigate the rapidly changing marketplace by offering data-driven insights that optimise marketing strategies, improve product development, and drive business growth. Nielsen aims to be a trusted source of accurate and actionable data, empowering their clients to adapt to market shifts, identify growth opportunities, and build strong connections with their target audience. By leveraging their expertise in data analytics, Nielsen supports businesses in making data-backed decisions that lead to competitive advantage and sustainable success.

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