Manager – Digital, Data & AI Strategy & Transformation

BDO Canada; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Canada seeks a Manager for their Digital, Data & AI Strategy & Transformation practice. This role involves leading projects, developing client relationships, and transforming organizations through digital solutions. Candidates should have over 7 years of consulting experience and a strong background in technology and client interaction. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-growing field.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 7+ years of mgmt. consulting or technology advisory experience.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders on strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in digital, data, or AI transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of digital and AI strategy engagements.
• Lead project delivery to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Drive client relationship development and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Management consulting

Technology advisory

Client-facing experience

Project team management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Overview

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Your Opportunity

Join BDO’s fast-growing Digital, Data & AI Strategy & Transformation practice and help Canadian organizations unlock the power of digital, data and AI technologies to drive scale, improve performance, get access to insights, gain competitive advantage and become future-ready. Our team advises and partners with clients to develop strategies, design future-ready operating models, ensure effective planning, drive organizational change, and implement practical solutions centered around digital, data, and AI solutions. Our ambition is end-to-end enablement, from the initial stage of strategy development to effective design of the transformation, to the successful adoption of new digital, data & AI capabilities.

We’re looking for curious, business-first, technology-aware entrepreneurial advisors who are passionate about solving business problems—professionals who enjoy engaging with business and technology leaders to help shape the future of their organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of end-to-end digital, data & AI strategy and transformation engagements
• Lead project delivery and ensure high-quality outcomes within budget and timeline
• Drive client relationship development and identify follow-on opportunities for growth
• Support or lead proposal development and pitch activities
• Advise senior client stakeholders on opportunity areas, target operating models, and execution paths
• Facilitate strategic discovery sessions, synthesizing business, technology, and data insights
• Build actionable transformation roadmaps, business cases, and implementation plans
• Analyze current-state capabilities (process, data, and technology) and provide pragmatic informed guidance
• Deliver executive-level presentations and facilitate workshops with cross-functional teams
• Act as a thought partner internally and externally — bringing forward new ideas, frameworks, and points of view
• Mentor and coach junior colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence
• Help establish “capability” & “practice” as we grow and scale our impact

Preferred Attributes

• Proactive and self-driven: able to navigate ambiguity, take initiative, and deliver without micromanagement
• Entrepreneurial mindset: thrives in a fast-growth environment and seeks leadership opportunities
• Naturally curious, intellectually agile, and passionate about technology and innovation
• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions
• Positive attitude with high emotional intelligence and adaptability
• Looking for a career vs. just a job

Must-Have Qualifications

• 7+ years of mgmt. consulting or technology advisory experience (client-facing role)
• Track record of delivering measurable impact (e.g., cost savings, efficiency gains, CX improvements)
• Experience advising senior stakeholders (VP / C-Suite) on strategic digital, data, or AI initiatives
• Demonstrated experience managing project teams, mentoring junior staff, and leading client interactions
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through ambiguity and change
• Demonstrated experience in leading or contributing to full-cycle digital, data, or AI-enabled transformation programs
• Deep understanding of digital strategy principles, data and analytics capabilities, and AI applications in business
• Strong business process analysis and stakeholder engagement capabilities across technical and non-technical teams
• Experience with roadmap and business case development, solution optioning, and operating model design
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous, client-driven environments
• Broad awareness of emerging technologies, market trends, and digital business models

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Industry experience in Financial Services, Private Equity, Real Estate, Manufacturing, or Distribution
• Bilingual in English and French
• Familiarity with frameworks such as Design Thinking, Agile, TOGAF, Lean Six Sigma
• Certifications in data, cloud, AI / ML, or related technologies
• Exposure to platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, Workday, Snowflake, AWS, Azure or Google Cloud
• Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Tableau or AI / ML platforms (DataRobot, Azure ML, etc)

Why Join BDO’s Digital & AI Advisory Practice?

• Shape the future: Work with a collaborative team of experts on meaningful, high-impact transformation programs
• Accelerate your career: Exposure to diverse clients, leadership opportunities, and rapid advancement potential
• Keep learning: Access to cutting-edge tools, training, and knowledge-sharing in one of BDO’s fastest-growing teams
• Make your mark: Contribute directly to practice growth, innovation, and thought leadership

BDO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways :

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up : Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts : We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility : All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct : Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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