Data & AI Strategy Manager in London

Location: London

Career Level: Manager

Accenture is a leading professional services company that provides a wide range of services including strategy and consulting, data and analytics, technology and operation services worldwide. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. Accenture's core values are deeply embedded in their culture and guide their actions and decisions. These values are reflected in their commitment to driving meaningful and transformational change for their clients, communities, and the wider world.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our people help us deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity for our clients and talent is one of our most important areas of competitive differentiation. Our focus is on accessing, creating and unlocking people's potential to help them achieve their professional and personal aspirations.

As a team: Data & AI, the people who love using data to tell a story. We’re also the world’s largest team of data scientists, data engineers, and experts in machine learning and AI. Our focus is on big problems using the latest tech, serious brain power, and deep knowledge of just about every industry. We believe a mix of data, analytics, automation, and responsible AI can do almost anything—spark digital metamorphoses, widen the range of what humans can do, and breathe life into smart products and services.

In this role you will:

• Join our team of strategic thinkers who are passionate about leveraging Data, AI, and GenAI to drive transformative change.
• Lead a Team: Manage and mentor a cross-functional team, fostering a collaborative and high performance environment that encourages professional development and excellence in client delivery.
• Engage with Clients: Collaborate with clients to understand their business challenges and identify how Data & AI can drive strategic value across various industries, sectors, and functions.
• Manage Deliverables: Oversee client contractual deliverables at a project or workstream level, ensuring that all commitments are met on time and to the highest quality standards.
• Serve as an SME: Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in various client engagements, providing insights and strategic recommendations based on Data & AI industry best practices.
• Develop Strategic Insights: Utilise your knowledge and understanding of industry trends and methodologies to provide strategic recommendations that align with clients’ business objectives and enhance their competitive advantage.
• Facilitate Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives, to effectively communicate the value of Data & AI initiatives and drive alignment on strategic priorities.
• Leverage Accenture Methods: Apply established frameworks and strategic methodologies to assess client needs, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop actionable plans for Data & AI implementation.
• Drive Innovation: Partner with our global and regional AI labs and studios, collaborating with cross-functional teams to discover innovative solutions and push the boundaries of what is possible with Data & AI.
• Represent Accenture: Represent Accenture at various internal, industry, and client events, showcasing our expertise in Data & AI.
• Craft Compelling Narratives: Develop engaging presentations and board papers that articulate complex insights in a clear and compelling manner, guiding senior client leadership in decision-making.
• Conduct Data Analysis: Analyse data sets to derive meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making for clients, utilising data visualisation tools and techniques to present findings effectively.
• Lead Impactful Discussions: Facilitate workshops and discussions with clients to explore innovative use cases for Data & AI, fostering collaborative ideation and problem-solving.
• Drive Practice Development: Lead the development of point of views, thought leadership and intellectual property within the Data & AI strategy space, enhancing our value proposition and building a strong professional community.
• Be a Team Player: Work collaboratively with colleagues across various functions, sharing knowledge and insights to drive collective success and foster a culture of innovation.

Qualifications And Skills:

• Leadership Experience: Proven experience in delivering complex Data & AI strategic projects in high pressured client environments, managing teams, demonstrating the ability to mentor and develop talent within the Data & AI community.
• Strategic Project Involvement: Experience in supporting or leading strategic initiatives that drive successful outcomes, particularly in the context of Data & AI.
• Shaping Statements of Work: Lead the development of statements of work, with demonstratable commercial acumen for deal shaping, ensuring alignment with client needs and organizational objectives.
• Industry and Business Acumen: A solid understanding of global economic, technological, and social trends that impact our clients, along with the ability to identify value opportunities for Data & AI.
• Knowledge of Strategic Frameworks: Familiarity with strategic frameworks and methodologies that guide data-driven decision-making and organisational transformation.
• Familiarity with Storytelling, Collaboration and Data & AI Tools: Demonstrate knowledge of storytelling tools, collaboration tools to support workshops as well and foundational data and AI tools, such as data visualization and basic statistical analysis tools, to support client engagements and project deliverables.
• Stakeholder Management Skills: Proven ability to engage effectively with senior management and stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and facilitating productive discussions.
• Baseline Understanding of Core Data & AI Technologies: Maintain a baseline understanding of core technologies and platforms, including cloud solutions (such as AWS, Azure, GCP), to effectively discuss their applications and benefits with clients and stakeholders.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information and develop pragmatic solutions that address clients’ strategic challenges.
• Communication Excellence: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for presenting ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.

What’s In It For You:

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.