Job Description:Are you looking to join an entrepreneurial firm - one of the fastest growing in the US?
Are you inspired to lead people and make a difference for your clients? If yes, consider joining Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP. We have an incredible opportunity for a Principal to join our Digital Transformation Practice, to lead our National Insurance team. Our practice combines deep functional, industry, and technical capabilities to help clients solve their toughest enterprise digital challenges. Baker Tilly Digital Transformation Practice is focused on the integration of advanced technologies with core business transformational services to support companies in successfully navigating the complexities of digital transformations. You will work side-by-side with firm leadership and our associates to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm's success. You will be a valued mentor and coach to a group of talented staff, utilizing your expertise to help develop their technical and professional skills. As one of the fastest-growing firms in the nation, Baker Tilly has the ability to provide you with an amazing experience working with some of the most entrepreneurial leaders in our field.
Baker Tilly's Digital Consulting Practice serves clients in the areas of:
- Digital Strategy & Transformation
- Enterprise Packaged Solutions
- AI, Automation, Application Development and Data Analytics
You Will Enjoy This Role If You
- You are looking for your next challenge, crave variety where no day is the same and feel your skills and experience can be better utilized
- You are looking to make an impact as part of a fast growing, innovative practice where your hard work and creativity can help us continue to build our brand as a firm
- You have a passion for leading transformation, enabling an organization to meet objectives on time and on budget
- You do your best work when you are part of a talented, down-to-earth team that thrives in collaboration and truly enjoys working together to meet client needs in a variety of industries
- You feel valued when you are provided the resources and support to continually sharpen your skills and build your career now, for tomorrow
The role will focus on building and scaling our national Digital Solutions - Insurance practice, including both market-facing and business development activity as well as advancing digital capability and client engagement delivery. In the dynamic landscape of digital consulting, the role will interface with prospects and clients C-Level/Executive technology leadership to help drive business goals and outcomes. You will work side-by-side with other digital and firm leadership to serve clients and build the business, having a direct impact on the firm's success. Additionally, they mentor and coach a group of talented staff, utilizing their expertise to help develop their technical and professional skills.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with Firm Industry Leaders and Digital Advisory leaders to build and execute on the Digital Transformation strategy for the firm in Insurance
- Advance Insurance industry growth objectives for the Baker Tilly Digital Transformation business lines through networking, alliance sales and support to the Professional Sales Organization.
- Lead teams of Baker Tilly and client resources through definition and delivery of transformation projects which may include business process and/or technology implementations
- Develop, manage, and measure effectiveness of delivery capabilities aligned to critical phases of implementation (analyze, design, build, test, deploy) and/or long-term roadmaps which describe delivering large-scale solutions via a series of projects
- Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with the goal of acquiring new clients, projects, and revenue
- Invest in your professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs
- Support the growth and development of team members, helping associates meet their professional goals
Additional Digital Specific Key Responsibilities:
- Technology Strategy and Vision: Develop and communicate a robust IT strategy aligned with a company's overall business objectives. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and maintain competitiveness.
- Digital Transformation: Lead digital transformation efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance client services, streamline operations, and improve efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate technology seamlessly into business processes.
- Technology Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to technology teams, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of technology solutions.
- Client-Focused Solutions: Work closely with clients to understand their needs, challenges, and goals. Propose innovative technology solutions that address client pain points and deliver value.
- Collaboration and Partnerships: Collaborate with C-suite executives, including the Chief Information Officer (CIO), Chief Digital Officer (CDO), and Chief Experience Officer (CXO). Foster partnerships with external technology vendors, startups, and industry experts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or business field required, master's or advanced degree desirable
- Twenty years' experience providing senior leadership within complex technology or digital/product organizations; extensive experience in business development within a professional services firm desired. Five (5) + years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates desired
- Previous experience as a Partner/Principal or Managing Director within a professional service organization with proven success building out and growing a Practice in a Consulting Firm
- Strong fluency at Executive level in strategic planning, information system design and implementation with a focus on program management of large complex transformation projects, application integration solutions and digital solutions focused on advanced analytics and intelligent automation, innovation, ambidextrous operating models, and emerging trends
- Ability to decompose scope into detailed activities and deliverables, then conduct work package handoff to delivery resources from Baker Tilly, client teams, and third-party vendors
- Project experience with full lifecycle application development (e.g. requirements gathering, use case development, system analysis and design, integration, testing, deployment)
- Experience with Agile software delivery management tools and techniques preferred (Scrum, JIRA, confluence)
- Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, communication skills
- Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the "big picture" as well as the details, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of projects
- Must be able to work outside of core business hours for client engagements, and travel as needed Nationally to serve clients
