September 3, 2025

Location: Flexible / Remote (with travel to client sites)

the opportunity

Our client, a global leader in digital and sustainability transformation, is seeking an experienced and strategic Associate Vice President to join their fast-growing advisory team. This senior leadership role focuses on shaping and delivering transformation across the Automotive, Battery, and Rail sectors.

You’ll work directly with C-suite stakeholders, lead high-impact engagements, and influence the future of critical industries. This is an opportunity to combine strategic advisory with hands-on transformation delivery at scale.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic advisory and transformation programmes for major clients in the Automotive, Battery, and Rail sectors
  • Build trusted relationships with C-level executives, acting as a partner in their digital evolution
  • Shape and execute go-to-market strategies, value propositions, and full sales cycles
  • Champion sustainable, tech-driven solutions from concept through to implementation
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary global teams to deliver complex, high-value engagements
  • Represent the business in the market through thought leadership and client advocacy

about you

  • MBA or PhD in Business, Engineering, IT, or a related field
  • Significant experience in Automotive or Consulting, with exposure to R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain transformation
  • Proven track record of selling and delivering digital solutions at enterprise level
  • Strong commercial and technical understanding of industrial and regulated sectors
  • Experience leading international projects across diverse market and regulatory environments
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills (English required; German an advantage)
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset

Why Join?

  • Join a globally recognised brand in innovation and sustainability
  • Lead transformation at scale with some of the world’s most influential organisations
  • Operate at the intersection of strategy, technology, and industry
  • See your ideas move from pitch to production
  • Flexible working model with international reach and real impact

Inclusive hiring?

Our client is committed to building a team that reflects diverse perspectives and experiences. If you have specific access or support needs during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.


If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your CV below. We look forward to hearing from you!

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