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Description
About The Role
Job Title:Manager – Data & AI Client Delivery
Location:Mumbai, Bangalore, Gurgaon
Employment Type:Full-Time
Department:Data & AI – Growth Network
Reports To:Managing Director / Practice Lead – Data & AI
Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager with strong Data & AI expertise to lead end-to-end delivery of client projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing cross-functional teams, engaging with executives and technical stakeholders, designing data & AI-driven solutions, and ensuring successful project execution aligned with business outcomes.Key Responsibilities
Client & Project Management
Lead the delivery of Data & AI projects across multiple industry verticalsServe as primary point of contact for clients, understanding business needs and translating them into technical requirementsDevelop project plans, manage scope, timelines, resources, and budgetsFacilitate stakeholder communication, conduct executive briefings, and manage project governanceEnsure deliverables meet quality, compliance, and performance standards
Data & AI Solution Leadership
Translate business problems into data-driven and AI-enabled solutionsWork with architects and data scientists to design scalable data & AI strategiesGuide design & implementation of data pipelines, analytics workflows, and ML modelsOversee model lifecycle management including training, testing, deployment, and monitoringDrive innovation by identifying opportunities for automation, advanced analytics, GenAI, and cloud adoption
Team Leadership & Delivery Excellence
Manage and mentor a team of analysts, data engineers, and data scientistsConduct capability development, performance reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessionsEstablish delivery best practices, frameworks, and reusable assets
Business Development
Support pre-sales efforts, including proposal development, solution decks, and effort estimationParticipate in client pitches, demos, and workshopsIdentify opportunities for account growth and partnership expansion
Qualification
Required Skills &
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field will be preferred.6–8 years of experience in Data & AI/Analytics consulting or delivery rolesProven experience managing large-scale data & AI projects and multi-disciplinary teamsGood understanding of modern data platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), data engineering, and MLOpsFamiliarity with GenAI tools, LLMs, NLP, and associated cloud servicesExcellent client communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skillsStrong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills (Agile/Scrum preferred)
Preferred
Qualifications
Experience in consulting or IT services environmentCertifications in cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), PMP/Agile, or Data/AI specialtiesExperience with AI governance, data privacy, and MLOps frameworks
Key Attributes
Client-centric mindset with strong ownership and accountabilityAbility to balance technical depth with business contextStrong leadership, coaching, and collaboration skillsAdaptability and continuous learning mindset