Manager - Data & AI

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Data and AI Consulting Manager to join our Data & Analytics Consulting Practice. This is a pivotal leadership role, combining consulting expertise with deep knowledge of data and AI technologies, to drive outcomes for clients in our specialist industries — higher education, travel and transport, retail, and hospitality.You will lead consulting engagements that help our clients unlock the value of their data and AI investments, while also overseeing the design, development, and implementation of AI-focused accelerators that simplify and accelerate data enablement. You will manage project teams, work closely with senior stakeholders, and contribute to practice growth through thought leadership and capability development.Overall, you will be responsible for ensuring measurable client outcomes while advancing Enfuse's position as a market leader in data and AI consulting.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end consulting engagements, from strategy and architecture to delivery and assuranceTranslate client business objectives into actionable data and AI strategies, solutions, and measurable outcomesOversee the design and build of modern data platforms and accelerators across Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP)Ensure governance, standards, and compliance are embedded in all client solutions, aligned to industry best practiceManage client relationships at senior levels, acting as a trusted advisor and escalation pointManage and mentor Senior Data Consultants and other team members, providing coaching, career development, and performance feedbackFoster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance consulting cultureLead recruitment, onboarding, and the ongoing capability development of the consulting practiceBusiness Development & GrowthShape and promote Enfuse's AI-enabled data accelerators (e.g., architecture patterns, dbt frameworks, governance toolkits) to simplify and accelerate client outcomesContribute to business development by supporting proposals, pitches, and client conversationsDevelop thought leadership on data and AI trends, with particular relevance to our specialist industriesHelp refine Enfuse's service portfolio and go-to-market strategies to align with evolving client needsRequirementsEssentialStrong consulting background with experience in data strategy, architecture, governance, analytics, and AI enablementDemonstrated leadership in delivering cloud-first data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and modern warehouse/lakehouse technologies (Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery)Familiarity with dbt, orchestration tools (ADF, AWS Glue, Google Dataflow), and CI/CD frameworks (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.)Deep understanding of data governance, metadata, and compliance (GDPR, PCI, etc.)Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with proven ability to engage senior executivesStrong problem-solving and structured thinking skills, able to synthesise complexity into clear actionDesirableDirect experience in higher education, travel and transport, retail, or hospitalityKnowledge of real-time data processing (Kafka, Kinesis, Pub/Sub)Familiarity with customer data platforms (CDPs), loyalty systems, or marketing analyticsAwareness of AI/ML integration in operational environmentsWhat We OfferFull onboarding, senior leadership engagement, capability ownership, and ongoing development with a focus on sector leadership.Financial Perks: Competitive salary and pension, company performance bonus, and travel allowance.Health & Wellbeing: Private medical healthcare, £40 monthly wellness allowance, gym membership discounts, and eye test vouchers.Time Off: 25 days holiday (plus public holidays), the option to buy 5 extra days, 1 company day off, and 1 volunteering day off.Career Growth: In-house training, monthly 1:1 career path meetings, and support for professional certifications.Recognition & Support: Employee assistance program, birthday gift, and themed care packages.We have created a working environment where everyone can flourish Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is something we take very seriously at Enfuse, not just because we advise our clients on it, but because we genuinely believe in its benefits for society, people, and our company. #J-18808-Ljbffr