SAP Data & Analytics Associate Director

Accenture PLC; Highgate; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture PLC in London is seeking an SAP Data Associate Director to lead complex data-led transformation for major UK clients. You will shape strategy, governance and implementation roadmaps, mobilise cross-functional teams and manage delivery across SAP data landscapes.

You will build trusted C-suite relationships, drive pre-sales and capability development, and contribute to practice growth while coaching practitioners and aligning with client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading SAP data strategy and delivery in S/4HANA or enterprise transformations.
• Ability to define governance, target operating models and data architectures.
• Proven track record delivering large, multi-location programmes with commercial acumen.
• Capability to coach teams and develop data-practice capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead SAP data programmes from opportunity through design, build, migration, cutover and stabilisation.
• Own successful delivery balancing scope, quality, risk and client outcomes.
• Shape propositions, respond to bids and manage programme financials.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and drive value realization.

Skills

SAP data strategy

S/4HANA transformation

Data governance leadership

Program delivery leadership

Stakeholder management

Tools

Informatica

Collibra

Syniti

Microsoft Azure

Databricks

Snowflake

Job description

implementation and sustained value.In our team you will:Advise senior client stakeholders on enterprise data strategy, SAP data roadmaps, investment priorities and the business case for data-enabled transformation.Lead multidisciplinary teams across data governance, architecture, master data, data quality, migration, integration and analytics throughout the SAP transformation lifecycle.Own the successful delivery of complex SAP data programmes, balancing scope, quality, commercial performance, risk and measurable client outcomes.Grow our SAP Data capability through proposition development, pre-sales, alliances, thought leadership, talent development and reusable delivery assets.As an SAP Data Associate Director you will:Be a senior leader in our SAP Data practice, accountable for shaping and delivering data-led transformation for major clients. You will build trusted relationships with C-suite and senior business, data and technology leaders; define pragmatic strategies and target
operating models; and mobilise teams to deliver sustainable outcomes. The role combines market-facing leadership, solution ownership, programme delivery, commercial management and people development, with broad expertise across SAP and non-SAP data capabilities.We are looking for experience in the following skills:Significant experience leading SAP data strategy and delivery within S/4HANA or wider enterprise transformation programmes, from initial opportunity and roadmap through design, build, migration, cutover and stabilisation.Broad knowledge of SAP data capabilities, including SAP MDG, S/4HANA master and transactional data, SAP Data Services, SAP Migration Cockpit, SAP Information Steward, SAP Datasphere, SAP Analytics Cloud and relevant integration patterns.Proven ability to define enterprise data strategies, governance frameworks, data ownership and stewardship models, target operating models, data architectures and implementation roadmaps.Strong understanding of master data
management, data quality, data migration, data integration, metadata, reporting and analytics, with the ability to connect these disciplines into a coherent client solution.Experience leading large, distributed and multidisciplinary delivery teams, including onshore, nearshore, offshore, client and third-party resources.Strong commercial acumen, including shaping propositions, responding to bids and RFPs, estimating delivery, negotiating scope and managing programme financials, risks and quality.Credibility with senior stakeholders and the ability to translate complex data and technology topics into clear business outcomes, decisions and investment priorities.A track record of developing high-performing teams, coaching practitioners and contributing to practice growth, thought leadership and capability development.Set yourself apart:Experience across multiple industries and SAP functional domains, with an understanding of how data enables end-to-end processes across finance, supply
chain, procurement, asset management, sales, manufacturing and workforce solutions.Knowledge of cloud data platforms, modern data products, data mesh concepts, artificial intelligence and responsible approaches to using enterprise data for automation and insight.Experience with complementary data and MDM technologies such as Informatica, Collibra, Syniti, Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Snowflake or equivalent platforms.A strong external network, relevant certifications and a visible contribution to the SAP data community through industry perspectives, client innovation or alliance activity.What's in it for youAt Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients
and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.Closing Date for Applications: 28/02/2027Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.#LI-EU
Role: SAP Data Associate DirectorLocation: London /Birmingham/ ManchesterSalary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experienceCareer Level: Associate DirectorPlease Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application.The above information relates to a specific client requirement'Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad variety of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best
People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too."Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEOAs a team:As one of SAP's Tier 1 global partners, we help organisations make data a trusted, governed and value-generating asset across their transformation journeys. Our SAP Data practice brings together data strategy, governance, architecture, master data management, data quality, migration, integration and analytics to support S/4HANA and wider enterprise transformation. You will shape client agendas, lead complex programmes and develop innovative SAP-enabled data solutions from strategy and roadmap through to