Junior 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 America’s 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.

Job Title: Junior Consulting Manager

Role Summary:
The Junior Consulting Manager plays a supportive role in managing and developing a team of consultants. Reporting to a senior manager, the Junior Consulting Manager assists in coaching, recruiting, training, and ensuring the success of consultants in their roles. This position is ideal for candidates looking to grow into a leadership role within consulting.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining a list of required skills for the consulting team and identifying areas for growth.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and training efforts for consultants.
• Help consultants navigate company policies, processes, and client requirements to succeed in their roles.
• Collaborate with teams like Resourcing, Project Management, and HR to allocate consultants to projects effectively.
• Track consultant utilization and workload distribution, offering recommendations for balance and efficiency.
• Provide input on performance feedback and career development opportunities for consultants.
• Act as a point of contact for consultants, addressing questions and helping them resolve challenges.
• Promote the company’s core values: Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence, Customer Focus, and a Can-Do Attitude.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster team collaboration.
• Organizational skills to track consultant assignments, performance, and training needs.
• Results-oriented mindset with attention to detail in managing team workloads and deliverables.
• Basic understanding of business processes and consulting principles.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Desired Soft Skills:

• Ability to build positive relationships with consultants, team members, and stakeholders.
• Basic mentoring skills to support team members’ development.
• Proactive problem-solving approach to address day-to-day challenges.
• Enthusiastic about professional growth and training opportunities.

Work Environment:

• This role operates in a professional office or remote environment.

• Primarily sedentary, with occasional need to stand, walk, or handle office supplies.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel to Syntax offices may be required. Candidates must be local to the Toronto office to be considered and or have the ability to travel between USA/Canada.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Human Resources or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of professional experience in a consulting or team coordination role.

Preferred:

• Experience with process improvement techniques  is a plus.

• Strong skills in Excel and Reporting is a plus.

The Junior Consulting Coordinator position is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their career in consulting management to gain hands-on experience supporting and guiding a team of dynamic consultants. We encourage applicants who are proactive, collaborative, and excited to grow in a supportive environment!

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

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 world's 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!