**Candidates can be based out of Chicago | Atlanta | New York Metro | San Francisco** As an **AI Data Strategy & Governance** Managing Consultant, you will lead and inspire teams to guide organisations through the complexities of leveraging data effectively to drive strategic business outcomes. Drawing from your expertise in Data management, strategy formulation, governance, analytics and AI, you will be instrumental in shaping and delivering transformation initiatives that enable our client to harness the power and value of their data assets. This role requires visionary leadership, technical proficiency, and exceptional communication skills to steer teams through the intricacies of modern data landscapes. Specifically: + You will lead innovation initiatives, leveraging a wide range of data management topics for our clients, by exploring emerging trends, experimenting with new concepts, and championing innovative solutions. These could include AI data governance frameworks, AI data ethics policies, metadata management strategies, and master data management (MDM) solutions. + You will develop and nurture trusted client relationships, serving as a strategic advisor and partner in solving key challenges in AI data management, data governance, and data quality delivery. + You will provide strategic direction and leadership in AI data strategy, guiding teams in aligning data initiatives with organizational objectives and driving business value through data-driven decision-making. + You will lead efforts to assess the maturity of clients’ management capabilities through a variety of methods, providing strategic guidance and actionable insights to drive organizational improvement and innovation. Your strategic guidance will empower organizations to optimize their data capabilities and drive continuous improvement. + You will provide strategic guidance on leveraging data-driven insights to inform business decision-making. This includes advising clients on information management practices, advanced analytics techniques, and emerging trends in data strategy. + You will lead large scale data transformations ranging from the business case and strategy assessment to the implementation of data solutions, driving innovation and continuous improvement. You will drive innovation and facilitate the adoption of cutting-edge technologies to drive business growth and meet client objectives and outcomes. + You will collaborate with key stakeholders and facilitate innovation initiatives aimed at experimenting with new data strategy and governance concepts. Your ability to navigate complex relationships and drive consensus will be crucial in achieving strategic goals. + You will play a key role in developing our AI Data Strategy & Governance capability through the development of new market-leading offerings and capabilities, sharing thought leadership and contributing to business development efforts. Your strategic insights and business development efforts will drive growth and enhance our market positioning. + You will contribute to the development of our people, supporting the growth of our Data Driven Transformation team through charismatic leadership qualities, sharing knowledge, insights and training on our offerings and methods. **YOUR PROFILE** We’d love to meet someone with: · **Innovation:** Demonstrated ability to drive innovation in data strategy, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to develop customer-centric strategies and drive value creation for clients. · **Value-Creation:** A track record of creating tangible value for organizations, including optimizing processes, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and driving growth. · **Visionary Leadership:** Proven leadership in data strategy which inspires and motivates teams to embrace change and pursue ambitious goals, evidenced by successful initiatives in industry or professional services. · **Adaptive Leadership:** Agility and resilience in navigating complex challenges and driving change in dynamic environments whilst inspiring confidence and maintaining focus. · **Mentorship:** Dedication to the growth and development of your team members, providing mentorship, guidance, empowerment, and support to help them reach their full potential. · **Technical Expertise:** Extensive proficiency in AI data strategy, data management, and data governance. Deep understanding of data throughout its lifecycle. Combined with Architectural / feature knowledge of one or more data and AI platforms (e.g. Google Cloud Platform; Amazon Web Services; Microsoft Azure) and Knowledge of data management and governance standards. · **Strategic Thinking:** Capability to provide strategic direction on AI data strategy, guiding senior leaders in aligning data initiatives with organizational objectives. · **Stakeholder Management:** Strong stakeholder engagement skills, cultivated through collaborations with diverse stakeholders including industry partners, and internal capability teams. Ability to navigate complex relationships to drive consensus and achieve strategic goals. · **Communication Skills:** Effective communication skills to represent the company in discussions on data strategy. Proficiency in supporting upskilling initiatives to enhance both internal staff and client understanding of data concepts. · **Continuous Learning:** Commitment to continuous learning, staying abreast of the latest advancements in AI data strategy, AI data governance, data management and operating models. Actively contribute to fostering a culture of ongoing education and innovation within the organization. · **Delivery:** A track record of delivering consulting engagements or projects within agile working environments, including planning, and implementing solutions with data, analytics or AI at the core · **Business Development:** Business development experience, including identifying new client opportunities, nurturing existing client relationships, and supporting sales efforts. Your strategic and industry expertise will be instrumental in driving revenue growth and expanding our client base. **Life at Capgemini** Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer: + Flexible work + Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs + Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan + Paid time off and paid holidays + Paid parental leave + Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation + Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring + Mentoring, coaching and learning programs + Employee Resource Groups + Disaster Relief **About Capgemini Invent** We challenge the status quo to craft and build transformative human experiences that win hearts and move markets.  Partnering with passionate leaders and visionary entrepreneurs, we apply creativity, strategy, design and data to re-invent businesses, drive growth and orchestrate customer centric transformation. Together we strive to shape a regenerative future that is both sustainable and inclusive for businesses, people and planet. **Disclaimer** Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact. Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process. Applicants for employment in the US must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Capgemini. **Job:** **Organization:** _INVENT PEOPLE_ **Title:** _Capgemini Invent, AI Data Strategy and Governance - Managing Consultant_ **Location:** _IL-Chicago_ **Requisition ID:** _077231_ **Other Locations:** _US-TX-Houston, US-GA-Atlanta_