Data Practice Lead

Electric Mind Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Electric Mind Inc. is seeking a Data Practice Lead to steer the direction of their data consulting services in Toronto. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in data management, analytics, and client engagement to develop innovative solutions that align with client objectives. This leadership role also involves guiding a dynamic team within an Agile environment, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction, and maintaining industry standards. If you are passionate about driving data strategy and building strong client relationships, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a leadership role in data consulting.
• Experience with cloud data services like Azure and AWS.
• Strong knowledge in data analytics and business intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic direction and innovation for data consulting.
• Collaborate with clients to provide tailored data solutions.
• Manage and mentor team members to enhance technical skills.

Skills

Leadership in data consulting

Data management

Analytics

Business intelligence

Client relationship management

Effective communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Analytics

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure Cloud Data Services

AWS Cloud Data Services

Snowflake

Databricks

Job description

As Data Practice Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction of our consulting services related to data management, analytics, and business intelligence. This opportunity will allow you to utilize your unique blend of technical expertise, software and cloud engineering, and client management skills.

Electric Mind, formerly Intelliware, is a business andtechnology consulting leader in providing innovative, practical solutions driven by engineering excellence. We work differently here; you will find continuous opportunities to learn, grow, and share knowledge within your team and the expert communities at Electric Mind all while delivering excellence.

While working with teams in an Agile environment, you will be:

• Developing and articulating a clear vision and strategy for the data practice, how we go to market and make clients successful
• Leading the development and implementation of innovative data solutions to meet client needs and market demands while staying on top of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices
• Collaborating with clients to understand their business challenges and goals, and acting as a trusted advisor, providing strategic guidance and recommending data solutions that align with their objectives
• Cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction, and identifying opportunities for additional services
• Coaching and mentoring team members to encourage growth and development of their technical and leadership skills, and fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture
• Overseeing the end-to-end delivery of data consulting projects, ensuring completion on time, on budget, and meeting or exceeding client expectations
• Providing guidance on data modeling, analysis, visualization, and implementation of data solutions
• Monitoring project milestones, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies
• Collaborating withClient Partners to identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Participating in pre-sales activities, including proposal development, client presentations, and scoping of data projects
• Contributing to the growth of the data practice through the expansion of existing client relationships and the acquisition of new clients

'Must Have' Skills/Experience

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a data consulting or analytics environment
• Design and implementation experience with Azure Cloud Data Services and/or AWS Cloud Data Services
• Design and implementation experience with Master Data Management, especially customer and reference data for financial services
• In-depth knowledge of data management, analytics, business intelligence, and related technologies
• Growth mindset and desire to learn
• Bachelor’s Degree in: Data Science, Business Analytics or Computer Science (or equivalent education/experience)

'Nice to Have' Skills/Experience

• Snowflake and Databricks experience
• Financial Services industry experience
• Sales, pre-sales, or consulting experience
• Exposure to and enthusiasm for Agile approaches
• Master’s Degree in: Data Science, Business Analytics or Computer Science (or equivalent education/experience)

For more info on Electric Mind, check out our Careers Page and Instagram.

Electric Mind is committed to diversity in the workplace. We are an inclusive employer and welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Applicants’ needs will be accommodated during our recruitment and selection process so please advise us if you require accommodation.