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Software Delivery Analyst - McKinsey Transformation

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McKinsey & Company

Oct 28, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Cologne

Requirements

  • * Bachelor's degree; MBA/graduate degree is a plus
  • * 1+ years of experience in the field of IT, consulting and/or business intelligence
  • * Project management experience with large cloud implementation programs such as SaaS
  • * Experience working with client service, project management and change management
  • * Very strong problem-solving skills
  • * Independent self-management skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • * Ability to carry out multiple tasks or projects in parallel
  • * Entrepreneurial and comfortable with risk taking and ambiguity
  • * Strong communications skills to facilitate discussions and conduct trainings
  • * Fluency in German and English, both written and verbal
  • * Ability to travel occasionally

Responsibilities

  • In this role, your key activities will include leading problem-solving sessions with clients and McKinsey colleagues to understand business requirements and translating them into technical and functional requirements for the Wave solution.
  • You will also be an advisor on the Wave/McKinsey Transformation recipe and play an integral role in the client onboarding experience and capability building.
  • During the project lifecycle, you will play a critical role in managing your project deliverables, as well as designing dashboards and solutions to specific client situations, becoming the voice of the client with our product team.
  • In addition to project delivery, you will contribute to operational improvements and participate in developing new offerings or innovations.

FAQs

Where will the Software Delivery Analyst be based?

The Software Delivery Analyst will be based in either the Cologne, Duesseldorf, or Munich office.

What is the main focus of the Wave team?

The Wave team focuses on helping clients manage improvement programs and large-scale transformations to unlock their potential.

What are the key activities involved in the role?

Key activities include leading problem-solving sessions, translating business requirements into technical specifications, advising on the Wave solution, managing project deliverables, and designing dashboards.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree is required, with an MBA or graduate degree preferred. Additionally, candidates should have 1+ years of experience in IT, consulting, or business intelligence.

Is project management experience necessary for this role?

Yes, project management experience with large cloud implementation programs such as SaaS is necessary.

What languages must candidates be fluent in?

Candidates must be fluent in both German and English, both written and verbal.

Is there an opportunity for travel in this position?

Yes, the position requires the ability to travel occasionally.

How important are problem-solving skills in this role?

Very strong problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Is experience with client service and change management required?

Yes, experience working with client service, project management, and change management is important.

Will training sessions be part of the role's responsibilities?

Yes, strong communication skills are needed to facilitate discussions and conduct trainings.

How does this role contribute to operational improvements?

In addition to project delivery, the Software Delivery Analyst will participate in developing operational improvements and new offerings or innovations.

Business Consulting and Services

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1926
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm. We are the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions. We work with leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors. Our scale, scope, and knowledge allow us to address problems that no one else can. We have deep functional and industry expertise as well as a breadth of geographical reach. We are passionate about taking on immense challenges that matter to our clients and, often, to the world. We work with our clients as we do with our colleagues. We build their capabilities and leadership skills at every level and every opportunity. We do this to help build internal support, get to real issues, and reach practical recommendations. We bring out the capabilities of clients to fully participate in the process and lead the ongoing work.

Benefits

  • Occupational Accident Insurance

  • Mental Health Care

  • Vision Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Retiree Health & Medical

  • Disability Insurance

  • Dental Insurance