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Associate Partner – Technology & Data Practices (Government/Public Sector)

Valcon
London
7 months ago
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Job Title: Associate Partner – Technology & Data Practices (Government/Public Sector)

Location:UK

Employment Type:Permanent, Full-time


About Valcon:Valcon is a leading European consulting firm specializing in technology, data, and transformation services. We deliver value-driven solutions to our clients across various industries, with a strong focus on innovation and strategic execution. Our tech and data practices are key pillars of our business, enabling clients to harness the power of data and technology for operational excellence and growth.


We are currently looking for an experiencedAssociate Partnerwith extensive experience in thegovernment/public sectorto join our team.


Role Overview:As an Associate Partner in ourTechnology & Data Practices, you will play a key leadership role in delivering cutting-edge technology and data solutions to public sector clients. You will help drive Valcon’s growth by building strong client relationships, designing innovative solutions, and leading high-performing teams in government transformation initiatives.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Business Development:Lead business development efforts to grow the Technology & Data practice within the public sector. Identify new opportunities, build relationships with key stakeholders, and develop proposals for large-scale transformation projects.
  • Client Delivery:Oversee the successful delivery of complex technology and data transformation programs in the public sector. Work with clients to understand their challenges, develop innovative solutions, and deliver tangible business outcomes.
  • Strategic Leadership:Provide thought leadership on technology and data transformation within the government and public sector. Develop strategies that align with client objectives and drive long-term transformation and efficiency.
  • Team Leadership:Lead and mentor high-performing teams of consultants, data experts, and technology specialists. Drive a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation within the practice.
  • Technology & Data Expertise:Utilize your expertise in data governance, technology strategy, and cloud migration to help public sector organizations modernize their IT and data environments. Ensure compliance with government regulations and security standards.
  • Stakeholder Management:Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders within government departments and public sector organizations, ensuring alignment on project goals and objectives.


Key Requirements:


  • Extensive Experience in Public Sector/Government Consulting:Demonstrated track record of working with government bodies or public sector organizations on technology and data transformation programs.
  • Technology & Data Expertise:Strong expertise in areas such as data governance, cloud strategy, digital transformation, SaaS implementation, and data analytics in the context of public sector services.
  • Business Development:Proven ability to identify and win new business opportunities in the public sector, particularly within technology and data consulting.
  • Leadership:Experience in leading teams of consultants, technology specialists, and data experts. Ability to mentor, develop, and inspire talent.
  • Client Management:Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain relationships with senior government stakeholders.
  • Regulatory Knowledge:Familiarity with public sector compliance, regulations, and security standards (GDPR, public sector cloud policies, etc.).
  • Commercial Acumen:Experience in managing project budgets, financial forecasts, and profitability in large-scale consulting engagements.


Preferred Qualifications:


  • A degree in computer science, data science, business, or a related field.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and data management frameworks.
  • Experience working in the public sector in the UK or across Europe.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multi-million-pound government transformation projects.


What We Offer:


  • A collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous growth and learning.
  • Opportunities for career progression within a growing and dynamic firm.
  • The chance to work on high-impact, large-scale public sector projects.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance-based bonuses.


How to Apply: Ifyou have the expertise and leadership skills to drive technology and data transformation in the public sector, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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