Data Transformation Director - Data & AI - Technology Consulting - Advisory

PwC Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

PwC Ireland is seeking a skilled Data Transformation professional with over 15 years of experience in leading complex projects within a consulting environment. You will engage with senior clients to implement data transformation solutions and lead a team of technical consultants.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of core technologies such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. The role involves managing clients and providing deep technical insights to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in solution design and technical delivery.
• Experience leading data transformations and inspiring teams.
• Demonstrated ability to identify new opportunities and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of enterprise-level data transformation solutions.
• Engage with senior leadership to identify solutions for business problems.
• Act as a technical SME and guide Solution Architects.

Skills

Data transformation solutions

Technical delivery

Project management

Data strategy development

Team leadership

Education

BA/BS degree in Information Systems Management or Computer Science

Data Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job Description & Summary

PwC Ireland - Bring Your Talent, Grow Your Skills, Unlock Your Potential

Do you want to be part of a team of technology and digital leaders, experienced in scoping and delivering large transformation programmes in complex matrix environments? Our Data & Analytics Consulting team is dedicated to leveraging technology to solve complex business problems for our clients. We work with Ireland’s largest organisations across a wide range of industries including financial services, government, healthcare, technology, media and telecoms.

At PwC, we believe real transformation is Human Led and Tech Powered. We guide clients in consideration and implementation of leading Data, Analytics & AI technologies. As we build on our deep technical and commercial teams, we are hiring talent with skills in data strategy, governance, and transformation. Join our Data, Analytics & AI team to help shape the future of our company and help clients deliver bigger, more impactful transformation that lasts.

In data analysis at PwC you will focus on utilising advanced analytical techniques to extract insights from large datasets and drive data‑driven decision‑making. You will leverage skills in data manipulation, visualisation, and statistical modelling to support clients in solving complex business problems.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the winning and delivery of enterprise‑level data transformation solutions (e.g. data integration, data quality, workflow automation, advanced analytics and reporting)
• Engage with senior leadership at clients to investigate underlying business problems and identify solutions, bridging the gap between business needs and technical implementations
• Act as a technical SME to develop solutions and strategies to solve complex data challenges
• Provide deep technical knowledge and guide Solution Architects to ensure compliance with data transformation best practices
• Collaborate and lead tender and proposal response processes, translating technical jargon into business language
• Align with Portfolio Management and verify budget and resource commitment to create and support data transformation road‑maps
• Lead business development activities to identify opportunities on new/existing clients
• Develop market awareness of PwC’s technology brand and service offerings
• Continue to develop industry relationships and your PwC brand
• Lead, train, coach and supervise a small team of technical resources
• Lead the development of your own and team’s technical acumen
• Lead a portfolio of clients while reporting to Partners
• Lead the financial management of clients
• Establish strong working relationships with senior business, technology and change management stakeholders as a trusted advisor on Data matters
• Establish strategic alliances, and lead joint ventures with key IT suppliers and business partners
• Communicate the practical implications of architectural decisions, issues and plans to executive, business, technical delivery and IT management stakeholders

Qualifications / Your Profile

• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects within a consulting or professional services environment
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing multi‑year Data Transformations in core technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Minimum 15 years experience in solution design and technical delivery with at least 3 years leading data transformations (e.g. integration, database, business logic, infrastructure, and non‑functional considerations)
• BA/BS degree in Information Systems Management, Computer Science or equivalent experience with Data Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF
• Adaptable and flexible in dynamic, highly changeable environments; able to thrive in self‑directed workplaces
• Experience leading and inspiring teams of technical consultants onshore, nearshore and offshore
• Experience with large‑scale Data strategy development across at least two industry sectors
• Experience mentoring junior team members and managing day‑to‑day activities of the team
• Demonstrated ability to identify new opportunities and solutions
• Knowledge of key data trends (e.g. AI and machine learning integration, cloud data solutions, data collaboration and sharing, data democratisation)

Additional Information

Travel Requirements: up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes

Government Clearance Required: No

Equal Opportunity Employer

PwC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status. We provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.