Data & AI Advisory Lead

Singtel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm in Singapore is seeking a Data & AI Advisory Lead to guide clients through their data and AI transformation journey. You will serve as a trusted advisor to C-level stakeholders, shaping strategic roadmaps and ensuring responsible value creation. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in data analytics or consulting, a strong grasp of governance frameworks, and excellent leadership skills. This role includes client advisory, solution design, and governance leadership, promoting ethical AI practices.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Strong professional development support

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data analytics, AI, or consulting roles with proven strategic advisory experience.
• Strong understanding of data governance & AI governance frameworks.
• Experience designing enterprise roadmaps and transformation programs.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through their data and AI transformation journey.
• Shape end-to-end analytics and AI solutions with architects and engineers.
• Lead advisory on data governance and ethical AI adoption.

Skills

Strong consulting and advisory skills

Deep expertise in data governance, AI governance, and data strategy

Ability to communicate clearly with C-level stakeholders

Leadership across multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field (Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics)

Tools

Cloud ecosystems (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Modern data platforms

AI/ML and analytics capabilities

Job description

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NCS is a leading technology services firm in APAC delivering digital, data, AI, and transformation solutions for governments and enterprises. With 13,000 professionals across 20+ cities, we help organizations modernize, innovate, and unlock business value through data, analytics, and AI.

We are seeking a Data & AI Advisory Lead to guide clients through their data and AI transformation journey — from strategy and governance to adoption and execution alignment. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior business and technology leaders, shaping strategic roadmaps and enabling responsible, sustainable value creation. This role requires:

• Strong consulting and advisory skills
• Deep expertise in data governance, AI governance, and data strategy
• Ability to communicate clearly with C-level stakeholders
• Leadership across multidisciplinary teams

What you will do:

1. Client Advisory & Strategy

• Assess data and AI maturity and identify high-value opportunities.
• Define data and AI transformation roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Advise on data strategy, governance, operating models, and responsible AI practices.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear business recommendations.

2. Solution Design & Alignment

• Shape end-to-end analytics and AI solutions with architects, engineers, and data scientists.
• Define reference architectures, operating models, and execution playbooks.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives and technical design across delivery phases.
• Provide oversight during implementation to ensure value and governance adherence.

3. Governance Leadership

• Lead advisory on data governance, AI governance, and stewardship models.
• Establish governance processes, controls, and risk management frameworks.
• Promote ethical, transparent, and responsible AI adoption within client organizations.

4. Thought Leadership & Evangelism

• Drive thought leadership through whitepapers, presentations, and executive engagements.
• Stay updated on emerging data, AI, analytics, and governance trends.
• Represent NCS at client workshops, industry forums, and strategic sessions.

5. Business Development & Practice Growth

• Support sales teams in shaping advisory offerings, proposals, and value propositions.
• Lead workshops, insights sessions, and strategic conversations.
• Mentor team members and develop advisory capabilities.
• Identify reusable frameworks and accelerators to strengthen practice delivery.

The ideal candidate should possess:

Technical & Advisory Expertise

• 10+ years in data analytics, AI, or consulting roles with proven strategic advisory experience.
• Strong understanding of:
  • modern data platforms
  • cloud ecosystems (Azure, AWS, GCP)
  • AI/ML and analytics capabilities
  • data governance & AI governance frameworks
• Experience designing enterprise roadmaps and transformation programs.

Leadership & Stakeholder Skills

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and storytelling abilities.
• Confident engaging C-level stakeholders on strategy and technical topics.
• Strong business acumen and ability to drive alignment across diverse teams.
• Experienced in managing complex, multi-disciplinary engagements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field (Computer Science, Data Science, Business Analytics).
• Consulting or enterprise transformation background.
• Lead high-impact Data & AI advisory programs for major enterprises and public sector clients.
• Shape enterprise strategies and governance frameworks that drive real transformation.
• Work with a talented, multidisciplinary team in a collaborative environment.
• Competitive compensation and strong professional development support.

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.