Manager - AI & Data, Financial Services, Belfast

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The EY Financial Services AI & Data Consulting practice is investing in a new, scaled Belfast team to develop unique advisory propositions aligned to fast evolving market needs and demand. We are currently looking for an exceptional Delivery Lead with strong experience in AI and Data solution design and implementation, driving complex Data Modernisation initiatives, with a particular focus on candidates' experience in using Databricks.

Joining the Belfast EY AI & Data team in this exciting period of growth will offer a huge variety of opportunity to make a tangible impact to our clients’ businesses, the development of junior colleagues and to your career.

The opportunity Our AI & Data practice works collaboratively with clients to enhance their ability to solve complex business problems by exploiting data and analytics strategies and solutions. We provide expertise and delivery in three core areas which all work closely together:

• Data Engineering and Architecture – Focusing on next generation data solution architecture design and implementation
• Data Management & Strategy – Supporting our clients with Data Strategy, Data Governance, Data and Analytics Target Operating Model Design and wider Data Office and CDO support functions
• Advanced Analytics - Working with our clients to design, build and integrate Machine Learning and AI solutions into their core business platforms and processes to drive greater insight and increased process efficiency and automation.

Your key responsibilities:

• Manage projects and workstreams on complex data modernisation programmes with roles likely to include data analysis, solution design, and end to end implementation management.
• As a Manager, you can expect significant people leadership responsibilities and will face off to senior members of client teams.
• Lead multi-disciplined teams that could consist of both EY and client staff to scope, shape and deliver core projects.
• Manage and track engagement financials and ensure timely billing to clients.
• Develop our people through coaching, talent development, recruitment and formal performance management.
• Ensure internal risk and admin processes are adhered to.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data architecture with financial regulations (e.g., GDPR, Basel III, MiFID II).
• Business development, including supporting RFP responses and development of EY accelerators as well as thought leadership that we issue to the market.

To qualify for the role you must have some or all of the following:

• Demonstrable delivery experience working with a modern Data Management platform, with a particular preference for Databricks.
• Your experience can be focused on one or many disciplines including: architectural design, data migrations, pipeline build and optimisation, best practice governance and controls, advanced analytics use cases.
• Previous FS experience in one or multiple sectors across: Banking, Capital Markets, Insurance and Wealth and Asset Management.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with a diverse set of business and technical stakeholder groups.
• Ability to lead teams and take accountability for delivery.
• Leverage automation tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and ensure accurate migration of all data to the new environment, aligning with business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrable interest and awareness in emerging technologies.
• Experience creating new propositions/assets/solutions and launching these to the market.
• Hands-on coding experience/strong knowledge in SQL, Python or Scala is preferred.

What we look for: We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are passionate about AI and Data and want to assist clients to become truly data driven organisations. If you think you can meet the challenges of a focused consulting organisation, understand how to grow and lead in a large practice, work in the most complex of sectors our Belfast AI and Data team is looking forward to hearing from you.

What we offer: We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.