Strategy Consulting Manager

We’re looking for a Strategy Consulting Manager to lead and grow our Strategy Consulting business.  The Strategy Consulting Manager is responsible for leading a team of consultants that provides the clients of In The Pocket with strategic advice in the fields of digital business strategy, AI & data strategy and CX strategy.

The Strategy Consulting Manager plays a crucial role in shaping the future of clients' digital strategies while leading a high-performing team at In The Pocket. This role requires a combination of strategic vision, leadership skills, and deep digital expertise. 

Are you passionate about digital business strategies? Are you an experienced leader that can guide and grow a team of strategy consultants? Do you have an entrepreneurial drive to define value propositions and service offerings, as well executing them? Then you are the person we are looking for.

What will you do?

As our Strategy Consulting Manager, you are responsible for:

Business strategy & management

• Define the strategy, value proposition and service offering that make our strategic services a growing part of In The Pocket’s business.
• Manage the team's financial performance in a proactive way, including pipeline development, revenue generation, profitability, and operational costs driving significant year-over-year growth in line with company targets.

Commercial leadership

• Build, maintain and grow a relevant network of digital decision makers in the Belgian and European digital ecosystem to identify and pursue commercial opportunities.
• Drive Business development efforts, identifying new opportunities and expanding client accounts. You actively engage in presales activities to secure new business.
• Act as a trusted advisor for clients, guiding them through complex digital challenges and helping them to unlock new business value. 

People management

• Rally the team around the vision, strategy and value proposition
• Define and uphold clear roles, responsibilities, goals and performance expectations
• Provide coaching and mentoring to help team members achieve their professional goals, improve performance, and find fulfillment in their work.
• Evolve roles & team structures where needed to match evolving business needs
• Ensure team members are equipped with the right skills, tools, and methodologies to deliver high-quality consulting engagements and foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration within the team.

Operational leadership

• Define and implement the right governance, processes and ways of working to successfully deliver on our strategic services towards clients
• Oversee teaming, planning, service delivery and invoicing

Hands-on strategic project work

• Lead strategic collaborations for customers, providing in-depth analyses and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
• Partner with senior strategists and engage in high-level discussions with C-suite clients, blending creativity, strategic thinking, and industry expertise to solve complex challenges.

Who you are?

• Digital Agency or Consulting Background: 10+ years in a digital agency, strategy consultancy, or similar environment, with direct exposure to client engagements. Ability to engage with C-level executives, advising them on digital initiatives and their business impact.
• Strong Network: Established relationships with digital decision-makers in the Belgian and European market. Ability to leverage a strong professional network to drive business development and strategic partnerships.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of building and coaching a team of (senior) consultants, fostering their growth and development.
• Entrepreneurial Drive: A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for digital innovation. A Demonstrated ability to lead a strategic business line from strategy to execution in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-evolving digital environment.
• Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management: Strong communication and presentation skills to engage with clients and internal teams. Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships, driving growth opportunities.
• Project Management: Proven ability to structure, plan, and oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality client deliverables.
• Business & Financial Acumen: Deep understanding of business models, digital ecosystems, and the financial impact of digital transformation. Experience in defining KPIs and measuring the success of digital initiatives.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of (emerging)  technology trends, digital transformation and digital business strategy.
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken. French is considered a plus.

What’s in it for you?

You will start in a full-time permanent contract, in a role with a great amount of responsibility and trust. Apart from a competitive salary in line with your experience, you will receive an additional package of benefits. You will contribute to the growth of one of Europe’s leading digital product studios, with many renowned clients and interesting contacts. At our events and in our many inspiring projects, you will play a significant role to strengthen our In The Pocket brand.

Once you will start, you will be welcomed by a team of energetic colleagues who will guide you during your onboarding. Later on, you will be the driver of your own developing skills set, with an individual budget to follow courses, join events and workshops, …

Join us to lead transformative digital processes and make a tangible impact across industries!