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The functional consultant supervises and participates in the implementation of applications. Their mission: analyze the functional needs of a company (or group of users) and propose suitable solutions. The functional consultant also participates in configuring applications to reduce functional gaps between the application and the client's business (purchasing, supply chain, finance, production, HR).

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DevOps Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

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Manchester, England, United Kingdom
The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. As a DevOps Engineer within the Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit, you will apply your technical expertise to the design, implementation, testing and ongoing support of CGI's tool chain. With strong skills in Terraform and Azure, you will be responsible for the automation of the software development lifecycle.

Frequently asked questions about working as a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...)

What is the role of a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...)

The Functional Consultant is an intermediary between the business sector and technical field. They are tasked with finding improvement solutions regarding the architecture and all applications of a company's information systems.

How much does a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...) charge

For a freelance functional consultant, their daily rate is between £450 and £650. The average annual salary for a functional consultant is £50K.

What is the definition of a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...)

A functional consultant is assigned to be the link between the technical team (developer for example) and the services (production, marketing, finance). Their role is to significantly improve a company's performance according to its objectives, core business activities and sector through technological development or complete modernization. They provide advice, guidance and monitoring throughout the project thanks to their detailed analysis. They provide an overview of the company's activity. They may be required to redesign business processes for better coherence. Responding to calls for tenders can be one of the consultant's functions. Thanks to their analysis, the company's needs are precisely identified in order to provide tailored solutions and choose the best possible tools.

What type of mission can a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...) handle

The functional consultant has several missions: - Define client needs and write functional specifications - Work closely with the development team - Find a suitable solution for the client - Lead project meetings and write reports - Ensure tool maintenance - Assist clients during project development

What are the main skills of a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...)

A functional consultant has several essential job skills: - Knowing how to manage projects from A to Z - Understanding business processes - Mastering English and computer language, market ERPs - Having good sector knowledge (banking, insurance, media...) and functional expertise (logistics, finance...)

What is the ideal profile for a Functional / Business Consultant (E-commerce, HR, Finance, Supply Chain, BPM, Procurement...)

Pedagogy, availability and strong responsiveness are the most important characteristics of a functional consultant's profile. They must also be rigorous, organized and curious. They must be able to guide in a clear and precise manner. Their interpersonal skills and listening ability are very important particularities. In order to successfully unite users with the chosen tools, they must have self-confidence to convince without difficulties. Their adaptability and analytical skills must be sharp.
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