Consulting Principal - Communication Media and Technology- Global Consulting

Overview

Consulting Principal – Telecom | Cognizant Consulting

Location : Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements as the Engagement Lead, managing teams of Consultants, Senior Consultants, and Managers to ensure delivery excellence, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, anticipating needs and delivering insights based on emerging trends in the telecoms industry.
• Drive alignment across consulting teams and broader Cognizant ecosystems to support project goals.
• Champion people development through recruitment, onboarding, upskilling, and mentorship.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide developmental feedback.
• Advocate for Consulting’s value in engagements and ensure appropriate rate negotiation.
• Capture and share intellectual property and project artefacts across domains.
• Contribute to the development of new consulting service offerings.
• Collaborate across Cognizant and external networks to innovate and resolve delivery challenges.
• Establish thought leadership to promote Cognizant’s brand and generate new opportunities.

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, L-1B, L-1A).

Compensation

Salary Range : $165,000 – $193,000 USD annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Incentives : Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to performance and applicable plan terms.

Apply By

Applications will be accepted until Sept 26th, 2025

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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