Industry Consultant - Consulting Services

Role Overview IBM Consulting is looking for a skilled Industry Consultant to join its growing team in Chennai. In this role, you will build lasting client relationships and work closely with businesses across industries to guide their hybrid cloud and AI transformation journeys. You will bring deep industry knowledge and solution expertise to help clients navigate complex challenges and achieve measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Advise clients on current industry trends, market directions, and competitive dynamics to support informed business decisions - Analyse client business operations to identify gaps and opportunities where IBM products and solutions can deliver value - Collaborate with clients to design and develop tailored solutions aligned with their specific industry and business requirements - Stay current with the latest industry developments, best practices, and emerging technologies to continuously deliver relevant insights - Partner with internal teams and strategic partners including Red Hat to drive client impact and accelerate transformation Required Qualifications - Demonstrated exposure to industry trends, marketplace dynamics, and the ability to interpret their business impact - Experience working directly with client organisations, understanding their operational challenges and strategic needs - Hands-on exposure to developing customised solutions based on industry expertise and product knowledge - Strong marketplace analysis skills including understanding of key players, competitors, and evolving market conditions - Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on industry shifts and best practices Why Join Us At IBM Consulting, you will thrive in a culture that rewards curiosity, values empathy, and invests in your long-term career growth. You will have access to world-class technology, global collaboration opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages innovation at every step.

- Knowledge of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscape - Experience engaging with client businesses across industry segments - Exposure to solution design and development tailored to client needs - Ability to analyse marketplace conditions and translate insights into actionable strategies - Familiarity with hybrid cloud and AI concepts - Strong communication and client advisory skills - Master's degree preferred

- Opportunity to work with global Fortune 500 clients - Access to IBM and Red Hat technology ecosystem - Structured long-term career development programmes - Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture - Exposure to hybrid cloud and AI transformation projects