Engagement Manager (Strategy & Data/AI Transformation)

Artefact; Lausanne; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Artefact, a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm, seeks an Engagement Manager for its Zurich/Lausanne offices. You will bridge strategy with data/AI transformation, guiding clients from hypothesis to implementation.

You will lead hybrid project teams, engage C-level stakeholders, craft actionable roadmaps, and contribute to practice building while growing with the Swiss team.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics or related field
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with data-driven mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to liaise with C-level stakeholders and work in cross-functional teams
• Fluency in German and English is mandatory; French is a plus

Aufgaben

• Strategy development: collaborate with client leadership to define high-impact AI/data programs
• Structured problem-solving: breakdown complex issues into actionable recommendations
• Project delivery: support engagements end-to-end from hypothesis to implementation roadmaps
• Client engagement: manage relationships with senior stakeholders and ensure alignment
• Team leadership: mentor hybrid project teams and contribute to practice growth

Jobbeschreibung

Who/What is Artefact?

Artefact is a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm dedicated to transforming organizations through data and AI. We combine the rigor of top-tier strategy consulting with deep expertise in data, digital, and analytics to help clients achieve tangible business impact.

Who/What is Artefact?

Artefact is a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm dedicated to transforming organizations through data and AI. We combine the rigor of top-tier strategy consulting with deep expertise in data, digital, and analytics to help clients achieve tangible business impact.

Main Responsibilities

As an Engagement Manager in our Zurich/Lausanne office, you will be at the intersection of strategy consulting and data/AI innovation. You will:

• Strategy Development: Work with client leadership teams to address high-stakes questions: How can AI reshape our business model? How should we govern and organize for data? Which strategic programs deliver the most impact?
• Structured Problem-Solving: Break down complex challenges into clear, actionable recommendations, using frameworks and methodologies rooted in classic strategy consulting, enriched by Artefact’s data and AI expertise.
• Project Delivery: Support engagements end-to-end, from hypothesis framing and market/competitor analysis to client workshops, governance design, and implementation roadmaps.
• Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with C-level stakeholders and business unit leaders. You’ll build trusted relationships, communicate recommendations with clarity, and ensure strategic alignment.
• Knowledge & Practice Building: Contribute to the growth of Artefact’s Zurich/Lausanne office by shaping new offerings, creating intellectual capital (frameworks, thought pieces, benchmarks), and participating in business development.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and foster collaboration within hybrid project teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and team growth.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

We are looking for an ambitious, analytically minded talent who is passionate about leveraging data and AI to solve business problems. The ideal candidate meets several of the following qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degree (preferred) in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics or a related field. An excellent academic track record is highly valued.
• Work Experience: Approximately 5–8 years of experience in strategy consulting, with a proven track record of delivering data, analytics, or AI-driven transformation projects.
• Business Acumen & AI Fluency: A strong dual affinity for business and technology. You possess a deep understanding of modern data and AI concepts (e.g., Generative AI, LLMs, predictive machine learning, cloud architectures) and their practical business applications. While you do not need to be a programmer, you must be capable of scoping AI use cases and confidently discussing tech constraints and opportunities with c-level stakeholders.
• Knowledge of data and digital technologies (e.g. analytics, AI, machine learning concepts, digital marketing, cloud platforms) is expected – you don’t need to be a programmer, but you should be tech-savvy and eager to deepen your understanding of the data/AI domain.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with an ability to draw insights from data. You have an analytical mindset and are comfortable handling data-driven analysis to support decision making.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You can present complex ideas clearly and can adapt your message to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience creating impactful presentations or reports is a must. You also enjoy working collaboratively in teams and liaising with clients.
• Languages: Fluency in German and English (both written and spoken) is mandatory; French is a strong plus.
• Work Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in Switzerland.

Why Join Us

• Strategy with a Data Edge: Artefact is not a traditional strategy consultancy nor a pure tech player — we sit uniquely at the crossroads, giving you the chance to build boardroom-level strategy expertise while being at the forefront of AI and digital transformation.
• Zurich Office Impact: As part of a growing Swiss team, you will have visibility and impact from day one. You will help shape Artefact’s footprint in the region and work directly with senior leadership.
• Learning & Growth: Regular training in both strategy consulting methodologies and AI/data capabilities, combined with international exposure.
• Culture of Doers: Innovation, Action, Collaboration. We are entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and committed to delivering impact — while supporting each other's growth.

This position is based in Zürich or Lausanne/Geneva.

Don’t worry if you don’t meet all the criteria! We value motivation, pragmatic problem-solving, and potential above all else. We’d love to hear from you and learn more about your passion for driving the AI revolution.