Head of Technical Advisory, Marketing Advisory Group

Head of Technical Advisory, Marketing Advisory Group – Tephra
• Montclair, NJ

Other agencies talk about how stories can influence and change the world. At Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), we make those changes a reality. For corporate growth officers, TCS will offer agency creative with a consultancy mindset, true end‑to‑digital and advisory services. We help marketers transform their brand, their technologies, their customer experiences, their business models, their entire enterprises, and do so in alliance across the C‑suite.

We operate globally – in 55 countries, 153 nationalities and over 80 languages. Although TCS is the second largest IT firm worldwide, it is widely unknown to CMOs. Our end‑to‑end offerings are just being built out, and we need to build awareness and reposition TCS in the minds of brand marketing teams. This means defining what our technology offering is, how we relate to growth officers (GOs), how we can advocate for them with CFOs, CEOs, and CIOs – in short, how we think about, market, and deliver technology services to a wholly new customer for TCS.

The Head of Tech Advisory is a new, critical hire for TCS. They will play a pivotal role as visionary, strategist, and a member of the strategic corporate development team, working in close partnership with the rest of the leadership.

• Provide C‑Suite clients advisory services on technology, tech partnerships and tech organization design.
• Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the business objectives and industry trends.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key partners, industry influencers, and stakeholders to enhance the firm’s visibility in the U.S. market.
• Function as a thought leader and spokesperson for the firm in interviews, panels, and public speaking engagements for an industry audience.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams in pursuit of the focus industries and accounts.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to identify opportunities and threats.
• Stay abreast of regulatory and compliance considerations relevant to marketing technology in global markets.

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree (Preferred) – MBA or master’s in technology management or a related field.

• 15+ years of experience in IT and technology roles, with a minimum of 5–10 years in senior leadership.
• Global
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven experience managing technology functions across multiple countries and regions.
• Industry Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of the specific industry the company operates in (e.g., finance, healthcare, manufacturing).
• Strategic Planning:
  Ability to develop and execute long‑term technology strategies aligned with business goals.
• Consulting and Advising:
  Experience with C‑Suite and VP‑level consulting on technology, tech partnerships, and tech organization design. Ideally has advised both an internal C‑Suite team and clients as a senior consultant.
• Leadership:
  Strong leadership and team‑building skills with experience managing diverse, cross‑functional teams.
• Technical Expertise:
  In‑depth knowledge of current and emerging technologies, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and software development.
• Project Management:
  Experience overseeing large‑scale technology projects and initiatives.
• Communication:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Financial Acumen:
  Experience managing technology budgets and optimizing IT investments.

• Software Development:
  Experience with multiple programming languages and software development methodologies.
• Infrastructure Management:
  Proficiency in managing IT infrastructure, including networks, databases, and servers.
• Cybersecurity:
  Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Cloud Technologies:
  Expertise in cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Salary Range
: $243,700 – $337,000 a year