VWC Sr Consultant
Volkswagen Group Consulting, Reston, VA, United States
Brief Role Description
This position is a career level 20P, and is located in Reston, VA with a role classification of Hybrid.
Senior Consultant Position at Volkswagen Group Consulting
Senior Consultant position at the U.S. office of Volkswagen Group Consulting (VWC) – the in‑house strategy consultancy of the Volkswagen Group
VWC delivers diverse strategy projects across all VW Group brands and entities in the NAR region and offers a steep learning curve in a motivated team
Role will lead multiple workstreams in Top Management strategy projects and deliver data‑driven insights, strategic recommendations, and implementation support to clients
Role will serve as main point of contact for senior client stakeholders, senior leadership and lead internal thought leadership and innovation initiatives to shape VWC’s internal strategy
Possible Tasks within this Role: Project work (80%)
Lead multiple workstreams in Top Management strategy consulting projects across all relevant VW Group brands and entities in NAR region
Collaborate with clients to understand their strategic priorities and business context
Serve as main point of contact for senior client stakeholders and senior leadership
Structure complex business problems and develop hypotheses
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses using advanced tools and methodologies
Synthesize findings into actionable insights and recommendations
Present findings to clients
Contribute to the design and execution of consulting projects from start to finish
Lead multiple workstreams or small projects independently and ensure timely delivery of outputs
Lead junior team members (e.g., Consultants, Analysts, Interns) and provide quality control
Work in diverse, cross‑functional teams with Analysts, Consultants, Project Managers, and Partners
Contribute to a collaborative team culture
Thought Leadership & Internal Initiatives (20%)
Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends and emerging business models
Lead internal thought leadership and innovation initiatives (e.g., knowledge management)
Prepare for transition into Project Management role (personal development)
Support the Consulting’s leadership team in internal initiatives (e.g., marketing & recruiting, office development)
Qualification Requirements 7+ years of experience in top tier Management Consulting, Automotive, or other relevant industries (e.g., mobility services, tech). Network and experience in VW Group is a strong plus.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in business and/or engineering
MBA is a strong plus
Advanced consulting skills
Fluent in German
Work Flexibility
Sedentary work (low physical requirements)
Regular national and international travel (up to 4 days per week) for project-related work within NAR region (all VW Group brand and entity locations) and Germany (exchange with VW Group and VW Group Consulting headquarters)
Flextime work based on project-specific requirements, with mix of in‑office and remote work (minimum 2 days per week in-office)
Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
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Senior Consultant Position at Volkswagen Group Consulting
Senior Consultant position at the U.S. office of Volkswagen Group Consulting (VWC) – the in‑house strategy consultancy of the Volkswagen Group
VWC delivers diverse strategy projects across all VW Group brands and entities in the NAR region and offers a steep learning curve in a motivated team
Role will lead multiple workstreams in Top Management strategy projects and deliver data‑driven insights, strategic recommendations, and implementation support to clients
Role will serve as main point of contact for senior client stakeholders, senior leadership and lead internal thought leadership and innovation initiatives to shape VWC’s internal strategy
Possible Tasks within this Role: Project work (80%)
Lead multiple workstreams in Top Management strategy consulting projects across all relevant VW Group brands and entities in NAR region
Collaborate with clients to understand their strategic priorities and business context
Serve as main point of contact for senior client stakeholders and senior leadership
Structure complex business problems and develop hypotheses
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses using advanced tools and methodologies
Synthesize findings into actionable insights and recommendations
Present findings to clients
Contribute to the design and execution of consulting projects from start to finish
Lead multiple workstreams or small projects independently and ensure timely delivery of outputs
Lead junior team members (e.g., Consultants, Analysts, Interns) and provide quality control
Work in diverse, cross‑functional teams with Analysts, Consultants, Project Managers, and Partners
Contribute to a collaborative team culture
Thought Leadership & Internal Initiatives (20%)
Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends and emerging business models
Lead internal thought leadership and innovation initiatives (e.g., knowledge management)
Prepare for transition into Project Management role (personal development)
Support the Consulting’s leadership team in internal initiatives (e.g., marketing & recruiting, office development)
Qualification Requirements 7+ years of experience in top tier Management Consulting, Automotive, or other relevant industries (e.g., mobility services, tech). Network and experience in VW Group is a strong plus.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in business and/or engineering
MBA is a strong plus
Advanced consulting skills
Fluent in German
Work Flexibility
Sedentary work (low physical requirements)
Regular national and international travel (up to 4 days per week) for project-related work within NAR region (all VW Group brand and entity locations) and Germany (exchange with VW Group and VW Group Consulting headquarters)
Flextime work based on project-specific requirements, with mix of in‑office and remote work (minimum 2 days per week in-office)
Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
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