Data Strategy, Senior Consultant

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation policy

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Learning & development

Job summary

Publicis Sapient in New York, NY seeks a Senior Consultant specialized in Data Strategy to define data-driven roadmaps and drive implementation across governance, architecture, and analytics initiatives. You will partner with clients to shape data programs that enable digital transformation and business growth.

You will leverage cloud platforms and modern data technologies while promoting data governance, security, and regulatory compliance, influencing leadership and coaching teams toward a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data strategy, data governance, or enterprise data management.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and data integration techniques.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data technologies.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks, compliance regulations (GDPR, CCPA), and security best practices.
• Ability to translate business needs into data requirements and technical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand business goals and define data strategies.
• Assess data architecture, governance, and analytics capabilities to identify gaps.
• Develop data roadmaps and transformation plans aligned with priorities and regulations.
• Define data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices for quality and security.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement data platforms, cloud solutions, and analytics tools.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging data trends and best practices.
• Support change management to foster a data-driven culture.
• Measure and track impact of data initiatives delivering business value.

Skills

Data strategy

Data architecture

Data modeling

Data integration

Cloud platforms

Data governance

Requirements translation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

Company description

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.

Overview

Senior Consultant

As a Senior Consultant specializing in Data Strategy, you will play a key role in helping organizations define and implement data-driven strategies that align with business objectives. You will work closely with clients to assess their data landscape, develop roadmaps, and drive the execution of data initiatives that enable digital transformation and business growth.

Your Impact

• Collaborate with clients to understand their business goals and challenges, and define data strategies that support those objectives.
• Assess the current state of data architecture, governance, and analytics capabilities to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Develop data roadmaps and transformation plans that align with business priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Define data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement data platforms, cloud-based solutions, and analytics tools.
• Provide thought leadership on emerging data trends, technologies, and industry best practices.
• Support change management efforts by helping organizations adopt a data-driven culture and mindset.
• Measure and track the impact of data initiatives, ensuring they deliver measurable business value.

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of experience in data strategy, data governance, or enterprise data management.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, data modeling, and data integration techniques.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data technologies.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks, compliance regulations (GDPR, CCPA), and security best practices.
• Ability to translate business needs into data requirements and technical solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.

Set Yourself Apart With

• Experience in implementing data lakes, data warehouses, and real-time analytics solutions.
• Certifications in data management, cloud platforms, or data governance (e.g., CDMP, AWS Certified Data Analytics).
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications and how they integrate with data strategies.
• Experience working in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, or retail.

Additional information

Pay Range: $115,000 - $150,000 The range shown represents a grouping of relevant ranges currently in use at Publicis Sapient. Actual range for this position may differ, depending on location and specific skillset required for the work itself.

Benefits of working here:

• Flexible vacation policy; time is not limited, allocated, or accrued
• 16 paid holidays throughout the year
• Generous parental leave and new parent transition program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Corporate gift matching program
• An inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.

As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]