Data Strategy - Manager/Senior Manager

The Role A client in the consultancy industry is seeking a Data Strategy Senior Manager (or Manager) to join the team for an eight-week engagement. You will lead and deliver a high-impact data strategy project, working closely with senior stakeholders to shape recommendations and build a clear, actionable roadmap. You will report to the client's senior leadership team and play a key role in defining the direction and outcomes of the project. Responsibilities Lead the successful delivery of an 8-week data strategy engagement, producing a board-ready strategy, roadmap and investment case Oversee an 'as'is' assessment of the client's data landscape, including priorities, capabilities and maturity Shape a compelling Data Vision and a prioritised backlog of high-value initiatives Define a target operating model, capability requirements and light-touch governance Manage and mentor a project team to produce high-quality work Build strong, collaborative relationships with senior stakeholders (Senior Manager) Own the engagement end-to-end, including client interactions and workshops (Senior Manager) Drive momentum, influence stakeholders and ensure rapid value creation (Manager) Support detailed delivery through analysis, documentation and workshop preparation (Manager) Provide hands-on support across data strategy and transformation activities Requirements Strong background in management consulting with experience delivering data strategy or large-scale data transformation projects Demonstrated ability to manage senior client relationships, including C-suite stakeholders Deep expertise in data and AI strategy, governance, operating models and value delivery Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills Experience applying agile and iterative approaches to strategy development Commercial acumen with the ability to build value-driven business cases Details Start date: ASAP Duration: 8 weeks Day rate: £500-£600Ltd, depending on experience Location: London, hybrid