Data Architecture Associate Manager in Bristol

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Architecture Associate Manager to join our Data & AI practice. We deliver scalable, business‑critical and end‑to‑end data solutions for our clients—from data strategy/governance to core engineering—enabling them to transform and work in cloud technologies.

The Data Architecture Practice at Accenture’s mission is to define and own Data Architecture vision for our clients, providing architecture enablers for innovative data and AI capabilities that drive multiplier value for the business. We design and architect modern data platforms and automate cloud data migration to help clients scale AI for digital core and explore new data‑driven business opportunities. We differentiate through our ability to architect solutions using proven design patterns and reusable architecture assets.

We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of stewardship, best people, client value creation, one global network, respect for the individual and integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.

In our team you will:

• Work on a variety of challenging and innovative projects
• Work at the forefront of the AI revolution, building cutting‑edge innovative solutions for some of the world's biggest organisations
• Gain exposure to new and emergent technologies
• Have support from a variety of experienced team members within the wider Architecture practice, to support your independent growth journey into the world of Architecture best practice
• Partner with highly skilled teams to advise and support our clients through their data architecture related challenges

As a Data Architecture Associate Manager, you will:

• Assist client teams in the design and implementation of scalable data solutions using modern technologies, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Help identify gaps and inefficiencies in clients' existing architecture, working closely with senior colleagues to support analysis and solution development.
• Help shape strategy and roadmaps for improving client AI and data architectures.
• Provide ongoing architectural support for delivery teams, ensuring solutions are technically sound, scalable, and aligned with agreed architecture principles throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Participate in client workshops throughout the project lifecycle, assisting with preparation, documentation, and follow‑up actions.
• Communicate with clients to gather requirements and ensure project deliverables align with their needs, with support from senior team members.
• Contribute to architectural thought leadership by sharing ideas on innovation, emerging technologies, and modern data and AI architecture patterns across client and internal forums.
• Learn from and collaborate with more experienced colleagues, seeking opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge through mentorship and training.
• Engage with internal networks and special interest groups, participating in discussions and activities to build your professional expertise within Architecture.
• Lead and mentor junior architects, providing guidance on architectural patterns, standards, and best practices while supporting their professional development.
• Drive innovation in data and AI architecture by prototyping new technologies and developing proofs of concept to validate ideas and inform client and internal recommendations.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with client architecture and technology stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor to ensure alignment between client objectives, architectural direction, and delivery outcomes.