Director – Digital Excellence Energy Transition & Utilities market

Director – Digital Excellence Energy Transition & Utilities market Overview

Capgemini is seeking an experienced Director to lead and grow its private sector business within the Energy Transition & Utilities (ET&U) market, among others. This role involves shaping major consulting and transformation projects, developing strategic client relationships, and leading complex, multidisciplinary initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior executives, build a strong pipeline of opportunities, and contribute to the strategic direction of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strategic relationships with C-suite stakeholders, understanding their business, market, and technological priorities.
• Identify, shape, and convert large consulting opportunities, contributing to sales and revenue targets.
• Lead proposal development, client presentations, and negotiations, integrating capabilities from across Capgemini Invent and the wider Group.
• Create integrated solutions combining industry insights, data, AI, technology, and engineering to achieve tangible results.
• Expand existing client accounts and identify new opportunities for cross-service growth.
• Oversee complex engagements, ensuring delivery excellence, client value, and risk mitigation.
• Develop thought leadership and innovative propositions aligned with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Represent Capgemini Invent at industry events, strategic partnerships, and external market activities.
• Build and lead diverse teams through recruitment, coaching, and development initiatives.
• Support the broader practice leadership by defining strategic priorities and exemplifying company values.

Candidate Profile

• Significant leadership experience within a top consulting firm or senior industry role with consulting expertise.
• Deep industry knowledge and credibility in at least one private sector market, with a strong understanding of its operational, regulatory, and technological landscape.
• Proven success in originating, shaping, and closing large-scale consulting and transformation deals.
• Strong network and experience in building and maintaining relationships with senior executives, with the ability to develop new contacts.
• Experience leading complex transformation programs from strategy to implementation and value realization.
• Excellent commercial acumen, including deal structuring, business case development, and risk management.
• Ability to operate effectively within a matrix organization, solving complex problems and securing stakeholder commitment.
• Leadership in developing propositions, capabilities, and high-performing, inclusive teams.
• Subject matter expertise in areas such as corporate strategy, customer transformation, operating models, enterprise transformation, data and AI, cloud, and innovation.

Employee Benefits and Culture

Capgemini offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including competitive salary and flexible benefits, along with access to the Applaud peer recognition portal. The company is recognized as a Great Place to Work for Wellbeing in 2024, emphasizing employee health and happiness. Support for wellbeing includes trained Mental Health Champions and wellbeing apps like Thrive and Peppy. The organization is committed to creating a sustainable and inclusive future, working with leading organizations to leverage technology for societal benefit.

Work Environment and Inclusion

This role is based onsite in London or Manchester, UK. Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and promotes inclusive recruitment practices. The company encourages candidates with disabilities to apply and offers interviews to those who meet the minimum criteria and declare a disability during the application process.

Why Join Capgemini

Joining Capgemini means becoming part of a dynamic, innovative organization dedicated to transforming global businesses through technology. You will work alongside industry experts and entrepreneurs, gaining valuable experiences and connections to shape your future. The company fosters a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and striving for excellence, all aimed at making a positive impact on society and the environment.

Ref. code: 313084 | Posted on: 8 Oct 2026 | Experience Level: Executive | Contract: Permanent | Location: London or Manchester, UK | Brand: Capgemini Invent

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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