Strategy Innovation Manager Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Modern Digital Enterprise

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in strategy consulting focus on providing strategic guidance and insights to organisations. They analyse market trends, assess business performance, and develop recommendations to help clients achieve their goals. These individuals work closely with clients to identify opportunities for growth, optimise operations, and enhance overall business performance. In technology strategy at PwC, you will specialise in developing and implementing strategic plans to leverage technology for business growth and innovation. You will analyse market trends, assess organisational needs, and provide guidance on technology investments and initiatives. Working in this area, you will collaborate with stakeholders to align technology strategies with overall business objectives to increase utilisation of technology resources, driving competitive advantage.
Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
Model and reinforce professional and technical standards, the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
The Opportunity
As part of the Corporate Technology Strategy team, you will support delivery of digital and technology transformation engagements. You will utilize your deep technology skills to support delivery of digital transformation engagements across the entire lifecycle.
As a Senior Manager specializing in Blockchain, you will play a pivotal role in aligning enterprise technology initiatives with long-term business objectives. In this strategic position, you will drive innovation and operational efficiency by providing expert advisory on blockchain integration alongside AI-driven solutions, software selection, technology strategy due diligence, and enterprise architecture. Your leadership will help shape IT investments that deliver sustainable growth and transform enterprise-wide operating models, positioning PwC and our clients at the forefront of emerging technology trends
Within the Digital Product Management and Launch offering of Corporate Tech Strategy, you will lead the development and execution of launch strategies, business cases, and roadmaps for blockchain-enabled products. You will design operating models and functional structures that ensure seamless technical design, operations, and mobilization. Playing a key role in product strategy, market validation, and syndication efforts, you will help clients successfully bring innovative blockchain solutions to market and scale their impact through white labeling and tailored operating models.
Responsibilities
Advise clients on their most complex technology strategy problems using the latest frameworks, methodologies, and technologies
Build technology solutions using AI and other platforms to enable outstanding client outcomes
Guide transformative programs through structured problem-solving approaches
Secure timely delivery of projects while maintaining quality standards
Leverage knowledge to influence strategic decisions within the organization
Facilitate communication and alignment among stakeholders
What You Must Have
Bachelor's Degree
At least 7 years of experience using technology to solve complex corporate technology strategy problems
Understanding and experience executing the software development lifecycle in large enterprise
What Sets You Apart
Master's Degree in Business Administration preferred
Certification(s) preferred: Certified Blockchain Expert (CBE) or Certified Blockchain Solution Architects (CBSA)
Core Technology Strategy Skills
Understanding of foundational IT domains (infrastructure, cloud, applications, data, cybersecurity)
Experience with IT cost analysis, operating model design, sourcing strategies, or portfolio analysis
Knowledge of enterprise architecture concepts and common architecture frameworks
Experience assessing IT capabilities and identifying gaps to better align technology with business needs
Ability to support performance management through KPIs/OKRs, dashboards, and governance processes
Experience supporting IT governance, process design, and role clarity within modern operating models
Blockchain Skills
Demonstrating in-depth expertise in blockchain and distributed ledger technologies, including strategy design, architecture oversight, and delivery leadership across enterprise and Web3 ecosystems
Proven ability to lead large-scale blockchain programs from strategy through proof-of-concept to production deployment and across industries such as financial services, supply chain, and digital assets
Understanding of smart contract architectures, interoperability standards, and integration with cloud, data, and security platforms
Demonstrating experience advising C-suite leaders on blockchain-enabled business models, tokenization strategies, and ecosystem partnerships
Knowledge of emerging blockchain trends (DeFi, tokenized assets, stablecoins, DAOs) and their regulatory, risk, and compliance implications
Experience building business cases and ROI models that quantify blockchain's financial and operational value
Experience developing high-performing teams through coaching, knowledge sharing, and recruiting blockchain talent to scale delivery capability
Possessing executive presence with the ability to shape market perspectives, publish thought leadership, and influence client and alliance strategies
Proven experience in stakeholder management and meeting facilitation
Demonstrating ability in structured problem solving
Knowledge of IT frameworks such as ITIL, COBIT, TOGAF
Familiarity with modern capabilities like DevSecOps and cloud
Understanding of artificial intelligence and disruptive technologies

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glanceAs PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines