Job description

As a strategy and management consultancy, we work hand in hand with leading clients from the Automotive & Transport, Energy & Environment, and Public & Infrastructure sectors to shape the future of mobility. We leverage the tools of digital transformation to guide established companies and organizations into the future and help young businesses establish themselves in the market.

We collaborate with ministries, authorities, and public IT service providers to drive the digital transformation of public administration in Germany. Together, we shape the future: building organizations that are future-ready and resilient, unlocking process efficiencies through automation and AI, and enabling teams to work effectively while guiding them through change.

Our goal: To make public administration future-proof and citizen-centric – with innovative approaches, sound consulting, and deep understanding of federal structures.

Since our founding in 2017, we have grown to over 110 employees across eight locations – Berlin, Munich, Vienna, Cologne, Stuttgart, Hamburg, Bucharest, and Warsaw. We are proud to have been ranked among the Top Ten in the brandeins/Statista list of “Best Management Consultants” for the fifth consecutive year.

What to Expect

With us, you will help build something big – at the heart of the state’s digital transformation. We work closely with decision-makers at C-level and design complex federal programs from concept to implementation. We foster an open team culture, flat hierarchies, and the highest level of professionalism, always meeting on equal footing.

As a (Senior) Manager (f/m/x), you will take on professional responsibility, lead teams, and strategically develop topics. You will identify and develop leads with existing and potential new clients. You will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the growth of our Public Sector Practice and advance both personally and professionally.

We work in a practice-based organization that allows our consultants, starting at Senior Consultant level, to align with a clearly defined area of expertise – in this case, the Public Practice.

This enables you to develop as a subject matter expert, deepen your knowledge, and build strong specialization – while remaining part of our interdisciplinary project business. Our goal: for you to grow not only as a consultant but also as a thought leader in your practice area.

Your Responsibilities as (Senior) Manager

Lead strategic programs at federal and state level (e.g., administrative digitalization, register modernization, cloud & AI initiatives, security and resilience programs).
Advise C-level executives in ministries, authorities, and public IT service providers on organizational development, governance, steering, impact logic, and regulatory feasibility.
Manage stakeholders in a federal environment – close collaboration with BMI, BSI, ITZBund, FITKO, state CIOs, data centers, audit offices, and staff councils.
Act as a thought leader: advance our positions on digital transformation topics in the public sector.
Take responsibility for accounts and proposals, including service descriptions, EVB-IT-compliant contract models, cost-benefit analyses, and value arguments.
Facilitate and communicate: lead workshops and discussions, present results, and represent them in committees.
Build and develop teams: foster individual potential, provide coaching, and create an environment for rapid learning and growth.

What You Should Bring

Must-Haves:

5–7 years of experience in consulting or industry within the German public sector, with content and results responsibility.
Solid knowledge of procurement law, including specifics for cloud and AI projects.
Confident handling of data protection and information security.
Practical knowledge of AI in the public sector.
Expertise in at least two administrative domains (e.g., Interior/Security, Justice, Health, Education, Labor & Social Affairs, Finance).
Network with federal and state authorities as well as key public IT service providers.
Excellent German (C2*) and very good English skills.

*Global scale - Table 1 (CEFR 3.3): Common Reference levels (coe.int)

Nice-to-Haves:

Security clearance (at least Ü1/Ü2) or willingness to undergo the process.
Experience with OZG/EfA, register modernization, data spaces, and interoperability.
Experience with cross-ministry or cross-state framework agreements, call-off logic, and EVB-IT special conditions.
Deep knowledge of German administrative governance & budget law.
Insights into major specialized procedures (e.g., Central Register of Foreigners, POLAS/INPOL, BA systems, e-file suites, budget and cash solutions).
Knowledge of international public sector trends (GovTech, data spaces, digital identities, EU “Once Only” principles).

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits:

Monthly gross salary starting at €7,917 (Manager) / €10,000 (Senior Manager)
Performance bonus of up to €25,000 annually
30 vacation days and full-time (all-in)
Public transport ticket and corporate benefits
Latest hardware and software (iPhone & MS Surface)
80/20 home office rule (one day per week remote)

Career & Development:

Individual onboarding with buddy program
Professional training and best-practice sharing
1:1 mentoring by a partner
Two performance talks per year

Culture & Team:

Informal “Du” culture and open communication
Flat hierarchies and open-door policy
Team events such as retreats, strategy weekends, and team-building formats

Why accilium?

accilium is an award-winning strategy and management consultancy shaping the future of mobility and energy. Driven by a strong mission, we prioritize teamwork and continuous learning. Our growing team of more than 110 experts has become a rising star in the consulting industry, and we are excited about the increasing attention we are receiving.

If you want to be part of building something great, click “Apply” or reach out to Katrin Helm (life@accilium.com) with any questions.

accilium is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, regardless of origin, religion, sexual identity, gender, age, or belief. This policy applies to all employment practices within our company. accilium makes hiring decisions solely based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

(Senior) Manager - Public Sector Consulting (f/m/x)