Associate Director, IT Strategy Consulting, High-Tech Telecom

Gartner

. Lead high-level project delivery and oversight of data-driven commercial diligence reports and assessments of technology portfolio companies .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $138,000 - $163,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in management consulting with a focus on client leadership, project delivery, and data-driven solutions. Proficient in building financial models and leveraging technology insights to drive impactful results for high-tech and investment clients.

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Management Consulting ExperienceData Visualization SoftwareFinancial ModelingClient LeadershipTechnology Portfolio Analysis

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementCloud TechnologiesAI TechnologiesIT ArchitectureSoftware MarketsMarket Opportunity AnalysisBuilding Data ModelsProblem-SolvingSolution ArchitectTechnical Analysis

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMotivational SkillsAdaptabilityIntellectual CuriosityRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Gartner FrameworksThird-Party ToolsData Visualization Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

MBAAdvanced Degree

Industry Keywords

High-Tech CompaniesInvestment FirmsStart-UpsConsumer TechnologyEnterprise Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudIoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead high-level project delivery and oversight of data-driven commercial diligence reports and assessments of technology portfolio companies
Work directly with high-tech and investment clients, management teams of acquisition targets, and portfolio companies
Analyze and communicate trends affecting markets relevant to clients’ investments
Build data models that quantify and project market opportunity across varied dimensions
Conduct executive interviews with portfolio managers and C-level executives
Develop tailored solutions founded on Gartner intellectual property
Collaborate closely with clients to ensure positive impact and sustainable results
Work daily with team members in a highly collaborative setting
Leverage Gartner insights and expertise across service lines
Collaborate with Gartner analysts and use third-party tools and datasets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Management consulting experience, including client leadership, engagement management, and project delivery
Familiarity with high-tech companies, start-ups, and/or firms that invest in technology companies
Passion for consumer and enterprise technology, including IT architecture, software markets, internet companies, data management, cloud, IoT, and AI technologies
Prior problem-solving experience such as solution/technical architect or analyst preferred
Experience building financial models and using data visualization software, including for investments, acquisitions, and/or carve-outs
Track record of leading people and building high-performing teams
Ability to inspire and motivate professionals from technical and non-technical backgrounds
Commitment to team success and willingness to provide constructive/corrective action
Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and ability to creatively develop solutions and strategies for client problems
Ability to adapt Gartner frameworks and methodologies to address business challenges
Ability to manage multiple client priorities simultaneously
Comfortable selling to, influencing, and building trust-based relationships with senior executives
Coachable and receptive to best practices and feedback
Consistently high achiever with perseverance, humility, and positive outlook
Track record in achieving/exceeding revenue targets preferred
MBA or other advanced degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan
Generous PTO
401k match up to $7,200 per year
Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work virtually when productive and collaborate in person
Market-leading benefit programs
Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities