Consulting Manager

Syntax is a leading Managed Cloud Provider for Mission Critical Enterprise Applications and has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes since 1972. Syntax has undisputed strength to implement and manage ERP deployments (Oracle SAP) in a secure and resilient private public or hybrid cloud. With strong technical and functional consulting services and world-class monitoring and automation Syntax serves some of North Americas largest corporations across a diverse range of industries. Syntax has offices worldwide and partners with Oracle SAP AWS Microsoft IBM and other global technology leaders.

Consulting Manager
Department:Consulting / Professional Services

Job Summary:
The Consulting Manager plays a pivotal role in the development and success of the consulting team at Syntax. This position is responsible for recruiting training and managing high-performing consultants to meet the diverse needs of our clients. By ensuring that team members are equipped with the necessary skills and support the Consulting Manager enables continuous professional growth and aligns team performance with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and manage an up-to-date inventory of required skills within the consulting team.
• Recruit develop retain and coach a high-performing team of consultants aligned with business needs.
• Ensure consultants are properly trained prepared and supported to fulfill project and client requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Resourcing team to identify skill gaps and define effective hiring strategies.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback career guidance and mentorship to consulting staff.
• Ensure consultants have access to continuous learning upskilling and professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies processes and standards guiding staff to adhere to them.
• Work cross-functionally with Solutions Project Management Resource Management Recruiting HR and Sales teams.
• Actively promote and reinforce company values: Accountability Excellence through Teamwork Continuous Improvement Understanding Customer Needs and a Pragmatic Can-Do Attitude.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly manage all members of the consulting team.
• Responsible for performance management coaching development planning and talent decisions.
• Proactively partner with the Resourcing team to support effective project assignments.

Core Competencies:

• Business Acumen
• Communication
• Consultative Approach
• Results Orientation
• Critical Thinking and Evaluation
• Team Orientation
• Leadership
• Relationship Management
• Ethical Practice
• Customer Focus

Required Qualifications:

• Strong mentorship capability and resilience in overcoming challenges to achieve team project and client goals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in collaborative environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with senior management and executive stakeholders.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in French is considered an asset but not mandatory.
• Advanced quantitative analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Strong qualitative analysis capabilities and efficient resource management skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of how people business processes and technology interact to drive organizational effectiveness.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development training and certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a consulting environment or similar role.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Previous experience in talent development or team leadership roles.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Management or a related field.
• Masters degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g. PMP Six Sigma) is preferred.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
A people-focused results-driven leader with a strong consulting mindset capable of managing talent in a dynamic client-centric environment while fostering continuous improvement and professional growth.

Why Syntax

Become a part of our success story and work in a company with exciting innovation projects that are causing a stir across the industry. We recently launched one of the worlds most advanced manufacturing facilities based on SAP S/4HANA Cloud and SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud for Execution - for Smart Press Shop a pioneering joint venture between Porsche and forming specialist Schuler.

• Competitive above-average compensation
• Global tourist: With us you can also work from abroad from time to time
• Flexible working time models home office
• Attractive benefits e.g. company pension scheme or various health offers
• A modern environment in which the you is part of it
• Open feedback culture flat hierarchies and a motivated team
• Individual career planning with continuous training and coaching on the job

You see a personal challenge in this responsible task Apply now - and become part of the SYNTAX team!

Syntax is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.