Cloud Data and Transformation Senior Manager

PWC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Manager to leverage Palantir Foundry to implement strategic transformations. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in data analytics and consulting, a strong understanding of technology and AI, and the ability to lead diverse teams. You will work collaboratively to optimize client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery. The role offers a flexible work arrangement, competitive benefits, and is ideal for someone with experience in financial services, government, or healthcare.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Access to virtual GP

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experienced across data/analytics/engineering or consulting with a proven track record.
• Working knowledge of Palantir Foundry and its building blocks.
• Experience in object-oriented design and at least one coding language.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of Palantir Foundry solutions.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to optimize data architectures.
• Cultivate relationships with clients to drive project success.

Skills

Data analytics

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team leadership

Adaptability

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Python

SQL

Job description

About the role:

Our highly successful strategic alliance with Palantir Technologies is expanding and we are seeking innovative and trusted experts to deepen our collaboration and capability. As a Senior Manager within our Centre of Excellence, you will apply your substantial experience to identify opportunities and design, implement and govern scalable, high‑performing solutions that combine Palantir’s proven AI technology with our strategy, delivery and transformation expertise, to help clients tackle complex challenges at speed.

PwC's Palantir Centre of Excellence forms an integral part of our Data & AI practice, where we are scaling AI‑led transformation across industries and sectors, deepening our alliances and growing our joint tech and AI capability. Our aim is to ensure clients can navigate the complexities of digital evolution, harnessing the full potential of their technology investments. We are proud of our track record of delivering complex, end‑to‑end Palantir Foundry‑enabled solutions and have a strong pipeline of opportunities to work with leading global and local brands across multiple industries.

At PwC Consulting, we lead with insight and deliver with purpose. You’ll work alongside experts across industries to design and deliver forward‑looking solutions. Our reimagined operating model brings together sector‑aligned, solution‑led teams empowered to move fast, think boldly, and create real impact. Whether transforming finance, enabling digital change, or shaping national visions, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking community—built to grow with you and the world around us.

What your days will look like:

• Lead and demonstrate your growth as a strategic advisor, to design and implement Palantir Foundry‑enabled solutions that drive strategic transformations through technology, AI and data.
• Apply your substantial understanding of Palantir Foundry to drive value creation and strategic transformation for clients, optimising their digital investment for maximum business impact.
• Collaborate with client Enterprise Architects, CDOs, and CIOs to design and implement scalable data architectures and operational models within Foundry, overseeing key design and deployment decisions.
• Guide cross‑functional teams, leveraging diverse skills, assessing delivery risks and reviewing technical outputs to deliver tailored, high‑value Foundry solutions to clients across complex environments.
• Develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, motivating and coaching others to ask thoughtful questions and solve through complexity.
• Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering collaboration and enhancing client value to drive project success.
• Identify opportunities that drive the success and growth of PwC and our strategic alliance with Palantir.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards, the firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

This role is for you if:

• Experienced across data/analytics/engineering or consulting. Demonstratable track record of high‑quality delivery of scalable data products within complex client environments.
• Working knowledge and hands on experience of Foundry building blocks (e.g. Ontology, pipelines, apps, AIP). Palantir Foundry certifications desirable.
• Some experience in object‑oriented design, software engineering and experience in at least one relevant coding language (e.g. Python/PySpark, R, Java, Typescript, SQL).
• Experience of UX design and/or data visualisation.
• Strong understanding of data engineering, data modelling, and platform integration across enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated adaptability and ability to learn new tools quickly, taking on open‑ended problems in unstructured and fast‑paced environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, influencing others to gain alignment and move things forward.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential challenges.
• Ability to develop, lead and motivate a team of technical consultants.
• Extensive experience in Financial Services, Government, Healthcare, Energy or Manufacturing.
• Transferable government clearance (SC, DV) desirable.

What you’ll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.