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Management Consultant
Occupation Code: 2421
Alternative titles: Business Consultant, Management •
and Organisation Analyst, Business Analyst
Make decisions on how to invest or raise funds (where applicable)
Determine optimal prices of company products and/or services based on relevant data (where applicable)
Assist with the implementation of recommendations and provide ongoing support
Supervise and direct the implementation of projects
Manage and supervise staff
Negotiate terms and conditions of agreements and contracts
Job description and duties
Management Consultants are involved in the running of business operations and are responsible for assisting in the development of organisational objectives and strategies. Although tasks may vary according to the field of business one is working in, a Management Consultant is typically expected to:
• Discuss, analyse and evaluate current organisational systems and structures and direct clients towards a more efficient use of the organisation’s resources
• Monitor business performance
• Collect, analyse and interpret business
data and statistics to base future business
decisions on reliable information
• Participate in research to determine
market trends and opportunities which the
organisation can take advantage of
• Analyse feedback and evaluate potential
improvements
• Identify new business opportunities and
approach prospective clients
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Work environment
Management Consultants are required in organisations operating in the private sector across different industries. Management Consultants typically form part of a consultancy team. This role involves office-based work and meetings with staff and clients.
Management Consultants typically work full- time. Working outside regular office hours may be required.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
1,566
Share of foreigners (2017)
30%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+27%
Median Pay (per annum)
€26,100
Occupational Handbook 2018
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