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 traditional companies into the future and help young businesses establish themselves in the market.



Since our founding in 2017, we have grown to over 110 employees across eight locations – Berlin, Munich, Vienna, Cologne, Stuttgart, Hamburg, Bucharest, and most recently 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.

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What to Expect

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



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. This enables you to develop as a consultant with a strong content profile, deepen your knowledge, and build specialization – while remaining part of our interdisciplinary project business. You will apply your expertise across diverse client contexts and continuously expand it.

Our goal: for you to grow not only as a consultant but also as a

thought leader

in your practice area.


As an

Associate Manager – Automotive & Digitalization (f/m/x)

, you will be part of our

Automotive Practice

, take on professional responsibility, lead teams, and strategically develop topics. You will identify and develop leads with existing and potential new clients.

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Your Responsibilities as Associate Manager

Presentation & Moderation:

Deliver presentations, moderate discussions, and facilitate workshops, both internally and externally with clients and at events.

Conceptual Work:

Develop and implement solution approaches for top-tier clients, agile organizations, and emerging businesses.

Data Analysis:

You conduct effective data collection — from defining data structures to interpreting and visualizing results, all the way to communicating insights and deriving recommendations.

Recruiting Activities:

As part of the management team, you actively contribute to shaping our culture and our team (e.g., by conducting interviews with potential new colleagues).

Active Coaching:

Support the development of project team members — through internal knowledge sharing and by fostering an environment where rapid professional and career development is possible.

Business Development:

You actively drive business development efforts (by generating leads and contributing to tender and proposal processes).
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What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits:

Monthly gross salary of EUR 6.400,- (all-in, full-time), depending on experience and qualifications 30 vacation days and full-time (all-in) Annual salary increase

Career & Development:

Buddy program and comprehensive onboarding during your first 3 months for a smooth start Participation in external trainings and bi-weekly best-practice sharing within the team Regular feedback sessions, open communication, and support for your individual development No politics, just performance: Our 100% transparent career path (rank, performance, and salary follow company-wide standards) ensures rapid career progression

Culture & Team:

A relaxed company culture with communication on equal footing “Challenge and support” is our motto: appreciation, open doors, and flat hierarchies are a given

Digital by Design: Work with the latest hardware and software (iPhone & MS Surface)

Perks and Benefits:

Annual performance bonus: Choose between up to 2 additional monthly salaries or 10 extra vacation days Public transport ticket, corporate benefits (discounts on various products & services), sports events (including registration fee & sports outfit), team and company events (reTreat, acc’sperience, acc’smas Party, Senior & Associate Manager Day)
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What Makes a Great Fit

Education:

A completed university degree - we believe it strengthens your critical thinking skills.

Growth Mindset:

Driven by curiosity, motivated to learn every day, and willing to go the extra mile during intensive project phases.

Experience:

3-4 years (or 4-5 years with a bachelor’s degree) of full-time experience in management consulting.

Industry Interest:

Curious about the automotive sector, with technical understanding and enthusiasm for topics in engineering, manufacturing, and production.

Language Skills:

Excellent German and English (at least C1 level).

Willingness to Travel:

1–3 days per month within the DACH region.

Skills:

Strong presentation and facilitation abilities, excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, and solid project management knowledge. Ideally, you bring initial leadership experience and experience in project and client acquisitionGlobal scale - Table 1 (CEFR 3.3): Common Reference levels (coe.int)

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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.