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Accenture

26d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Data
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Dublin

AI generated summary

  • You should be a self-starter with strong stakeholder management, 5+ years in matrix organizations, proficient in Excel, SQL, and PowerBI, with a degree in Business or Finance being preferred.
  • You will oversee IP portfolio integrity, conduct reviews, collaborate with stakeholders, mediate funding processes, liaise with legal, drive improvements, and gather requirements for technology enhancements.

Requirements

  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and on multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Stakeholder management and influencing skills, and an ability to foster relationships at all levels within the organization.
  • Strong team working and collaboration skills with experience in a large-matrix organization (5+ years preferred).
  • Inquisitive and analytically minded.
  • Positive attitude and flexibility.
  • Comfortable with learning new technology and providing functional support.
  • Degree in Business or Finance is preferable; relevant experience can supersede degree requirements.
  • Knowledge of Accenture’s Offerings & Assets, Legal protection of IP, or MD&I advantageous.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, SQL, SharePoint, and PowerBI.
  • Understanding of databases, data management, or data analytics.
  • Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or data analytics (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional).

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the integrity of IP investments and portfolio through tools like my MD&I, AIM, and IPAMS.
  • Conduct ongoing portfolio reviews to ensure effective life-cycle management of IP.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Industry Program Managers and other key stakeholders.
  • Mediate and Communicate with key stakeholders involved in MDI funding process, IP Management, Finance Management Reporting.
  • Liaise with IP Legal on asset protection matters and reporting.
  • Identify and drive continuous improvement projects in managing processes and technology.
  • Gather requirements and prioritize improvements to technology supporting the investment process.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Associate Manager in this role?

The Associate Manager is responsible for ensuring the integrity of Accenture's Intellectual Property portfolio, overseeing IP Management and MD&I processes, conducting investment reviews and reporting, liaising with IP Legal, and enhancing the efficiency of IP management processes.

What skills are required for this position?

Candidates should be self-starters, possess strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, have experience in a large-matrix organization, be inquisitive and analytically minded, and demonstrate a positive attitude and flexibility.

Is experience in project management or data analytics beneficial for this role?

Yes, certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or data analytics (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional) are advantageous for this position.

What types of qualifications are preferable for candidates?

A degree in Business or Finance is preferable; however, relevant experience can supersede degree requirements.

What technologies should candidates be comfortable with?

Candidates should have advanced proficiency in MS Excel, SQL, SharePoint, and PowerBI, and be comfortable learning new technology and providing functional support.

Will the Associate Manager need to interact with external stakeholders?

Yes, the Associate Manager will need to develop and maintain relationships with Industry Program Managers and other key stakeholders, as well as mediate and communicate with stakeholders involved in the IP Management and funding processes.

How much experience is preferred for this role?

A minimum of 5 years of experience is preferred, especially in a large-matrix organization.

What is the role's focus in the context of Accenture's operations?

The role focuses on managing and protecting Accenture's intellectual assets and supporting overall market development initiatives, contributing to Accenture's innovation and market leadership.

Are there opportunities for continuous improvement in this role?

Yes, the Associate Manager will identify and drive continuous improvement projects related to managing processes and technology.

What kind of working environment can the Associate Manager expect?

The working environment is collaborative and involves fostering relationships at all levels within the organization, requiring strong team-working skills.

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Accenture

Technology
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1989
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities.

Culture & Values

  • Client Value Creation

    Enabling clients to become high-performance businesses and creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value.

  • One Global Network

    Leveraging the power of global insight, relationships, collaboration and learning to deliver exceptional service to clients wherever they do business

  • Respect for the Individual

    Valuing diversity and unique contributions, fostering a trusting, open and inclusive environment and treating each person in a manner that reflects Accenture’s values.

  • Best People

    Attracting, developing and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.

  • Integrity

    Being ethically unyielding and honest and inspiring trust by saying what we mean, matching our behaviors to our words and taking responsibility for our actions.

  • Stewardship

    Fulfilling our obligation of building a better, stronger and more durable company for future generations, protecting the Accenture brand, meeting our commitments to stakeholders, acting with an owner mentality, developing our people and helping improve communities and the global environment.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage

    Employees have a choice of national plans (PPO, EPO, HDHP) covering a wide range of medical services and prescription drugs.

  • Parental leave

    16 weeks paid maternity leave for birth parents. 8 weeks paid time off for other parents

  • Flexible work arrangements

    Flexible work arrangements help employees achieve work/life balance while also meeting Accenture’s business needs.

  • Paid time off

    PTO encompasses traditional vacation time along with paid sick leave; days vary based on level and tenure from 17 to 27 per year.

  • Holidays

    We provide 8 paid standard holidays and 2 culture days (for any days you choose), in addition to the PTO program.

  • Life Insurance

    Accenture provides you with a basic level of coverage and you can purchase more coverage for yourself and your family.