junior consultant - consulting (fixed term)

Job Description

Main purpose of Job

An entry-level support and delivery resource to the team in the delivery of services to / at client premises on delegated engagements/projects. This position is a fixed term contract for 6 months with possible renewal.

Key Performance Area:

• Performs under guidance, and supports the delivery efforts of the engagement team in the area of competency
• Conducts research for engagement/project as delegated and provides meaningful analysis/output
• Maintains quality delivery and professionalism
• Consistently reviews and analyses accuracy and quality of own deliverables prior to submission for review by senior
• Maintains clear and regular communication channels with engagement team members on work status affecting their outputs
• Informs Engagement Manager of any possible emerging engagement change issues
• Responds with urgency and accountability to client and team requests
• Develop productive working relationships with client staff
• Identifies possible opportunities for follow-on work and advises management
• Assists in the preparation of client presentations/discussion documentation as directed
• Understands the context and impact of own role within engagement and conducts work accordingly
• Develop awareness of risk in the area of engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies
• Contributes to decisions by the engagement team by providing fact-based and pertinent recommendations from research/analysis / client interaction

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Experience

• B.com- Degree /Business Management Degree
• Research Skills
• Basic technical knowledge in a specific area and industry
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Basic business acumen
• Understanding of strategy, change management, and survey creation will be an added advantage for candidates.

Required Behavioral Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Desire to develop self
• Client delivery focus
• Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment
• Focus on quality
• Problem-solving ability
• Analytical
• Growth mindset

Key Competencies Required / Talent Standards Capabilities:

Leadership / Behavioral Capabilities

• Living our Purpose - Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact
• Influence - Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Performance drive - Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track
• Strategic direction - Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business
• Talent development - Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent

Cross-Consulting Capabilities

• Delivery Excellence - Ability to team with others to produce a high-quality work product to ensure a superior client experience
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving - Ability to collect, assimilate, and analyze relevant data and use standard processes and tools to help surface and support solutions
• Financial Acumen - Ability to apply basic financial concepts to client and Deloitte business models
• Executive Presence - Ability to maintain a positive, professional attitude and adapt to changing priorities
• Logical Structuring - Ability to use and apply frameworks to organize concepts, identify gaps, and communicate ideas clearly
• Global Mindset - Ability to value and consider the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of colleagues and clients
• Accesses the Organization - Ability to find and leverage a diverse set of resources and share findings with others

Additional Information

How youll grow

At Deloitte, our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe theres always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help build world-class skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs at Deloitte University, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career. Explore Deloitte University, The Leadership Center. https://deloitte.zoomforth.com/du

Benefits

At Deloitte, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Deloitte can mean for you. https://www2.deloitte.com/global/en/pages/careers/articles/benefits.html

Our purpose

Deloitte is led by a purpose: to make an impact that matters. Every day, Deloitte people are making a real impact in the places they live and work. We pride ourselves on doing not only what is good for clients, but also what is good for our people and the communities in which we live and workalways striving to be an organization that is held up as a role model of quality, integrity, and positive change. Learn more about Deloittes impact on the world. https://www2.deloitte.com/global/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/impact-that-matters.html

CLOSING DATE: 28 July 2024

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