Associate Partner & Microsoft Data & AI

IBM Computing; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Canada is seeking an Associate Partner to join their Microsoft Data & AI practice. This strategic role involves owning the strategy and delivery execution for data and AI consulting engagements. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in data and AI consulting, with deep Microsoft Azure knowledge. Role includes designing solutions, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring the adoption of responsible AI practices. A strong track record in business development and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data and AI consulting, with deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure’s AI and data stack.
• Proven experience working with clients in industries such as retail, consumer goods, energy, utilities, manufacturing, mining, or telecom.
• Demonstrated ability to lead both go-to-market strategy and successful delivery of complex AI transformation engagements.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy, go-to-market (GTM), and delivery execution for data and AI consulting engagements.
• Design and implement Microsoft Azure-based solutions encompassing Generative AI, data platforms, automation, and analytics.
• Build and maintain executive client relationships, co-developing AI strategies and transformation roadmaps.

Skills

Data and AI consulting

Microsoft Azure

AI governance

Business development

Leadership

Job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

IBM Consulting is seeking a visionary Associate Partner to join our expanding Microsoft Data & AI practice. This strategic leadership role is pivotal in driving growth, shaping enterprise‑grade solutions, and leading delivery across transformative engagements within the Consumer, Industrial, and Communications sectors. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior clients, guiding them in leveraging Azure, Generative AI, and AI governance frameworks to foster innovation and enhance business performance.

As an Associate Partner, you will:

• Own the strategy, go-to-market (GTM), and delivery execution for data and AI consulting engagements—leading pursuits, shaping solutions, and delivering measurable value for clients.

• Design and implement Microsoft Azure-based solutions encompassing Generative AI, data platforms, automation, and analytics.

• Build and maintain executive client relationships, co-developing AI strategies and transformation roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

• Collaborate with IBM’s Microsoft alliance, industry leaders, and ecosystem partners to drive pipeline growth and solution innovation.

• Lead cross‑functional delivery teams, ensuring success across the project lifecycle—from discovery through to scaled implementation.

• Drive the adoption of AI governance and responsible AI practices, ensuring compliance, ethical AI use, and operational integrity in all solutions.

• Contribute to practice growth through strategic planning, talent development, and operational leadership.

Required technical and professional expertise

• 10+ years of experience in data and AI consulting, with deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure’s AI and data stack.

• Understanding of cloud native deployments on the Azure stack, including consumption, security, networking and CI/CD pipelines

• Demonstrated ability to lead both go-to-market strategy and successful delivery of complex AI transformation engagements.

• Proven experience working with clients in industries such as retail, consumer goods, energy, utilities, manufacturing, mining, or telecom.

• Strong expertise in AI governance, responsible AI implementation, and risk management frameworks.

• Successful track record of business development, proposal leadership, and executive stakeholder engagement.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Executive presence with strong consultative, communication, and leadership skills.

• Experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams in a matrixed consulting environment.

• External industry eminence including speaking engagements, industry forum participation, etc

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.