Description
Location: Hybrid: London (Mansion House) 2 days in the office
We’re looking for an Associate Director to join our growing capability, reporting directly to the Capability Lead. This is a senior role where governance expertise meets leadership, strategy, and commercial impact. You’ll oversee a portfolio of high-profile client engagements—delivering measurable results, shaping governance operating models, and advising C-suite leaders on how to unlock value from their data and AI.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead & Deliver: Own a portfolio of governance engagements—on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
- Advise & Influence: Act as a trusted SME for Data & AI Governance, guiding clients on policies, frameworks, and operating models.
- Drive Growth: Take responsibility for commercial success—utilisation, margin, revenue—and help shape the future of our capability.
- Inspire & Mentor: Coach, support, and grow talented consultants while fostering a high-performance culture.
- Engage Stakeholders: Partner with senior executives and C-suite leaders, influencing governance strategy at the highest levels.
What Success Looks Like:
- Delivered multiple high-impact governance engagements with outstanding client feedback
- Achieved commercial KPIs across portfolio and individual targets
- Built new frameworks, IP, and artefacts now embedded across clients
- Recognised as the go-to expert for Data & AI Governance—internally and externally
What You’ll Bring:
- Significant proven background in data governance / information governance, including leading major programmes
- 3–5 years in a leadership role (portfolio, line management, or practice building)
- Proven expertise in governance operating models, policies, and framework
- Strong commercial acumen with portfolio-level financial management experience
- Ability to engage confidently with executives and CDOs on governance strategy
- Passion for mentoring and developing talent
- Data Management certifications (e.g., DAMA, CDMP)
Why Join Us?
This is your chance to shape the future of Data & AI Governance, lead strategic programmes with global impact, and influence decision-making at the highest levels. As an Associate Director, you’ll combine delivery leadership with subject matter expertise—helping clients build trust, resilience, and long-term value from their data and AI.
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