Strategic Client Partner: Data & AI, Remote

NTT DATA, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 179,000 - 354,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA Services is seeking a Speciality Client Partner to drive growth and transformation in Products across Retail, Logistics, Hospitality, and related sectors. This remote US role emphasizes data, analytics, and AI-led innovation while building trusted executive partnerships.

The role focuses on accelerating client value, modernizing technology landscapes, and delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, decision speed, and member experiences.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the professional services industry.
• 10+ years of proven success in account or client management roles.
• 8+ years of experience in P&L management, financial oversight, and deal structuring.
• 8+ years of experience leading and developing delivery teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination ofeducation and experience.
• Ability to travel 25%+ as needed.

Responsibilities

• Establish and nurture long-term, strategic partnerships with clients through continuous engagement, gaining deep insight into their industry, challenges, and growth priorities.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of client engagements, while identifying and driving new business opportunities and expansion initiatives. Manage a $5M+ portfolio, with accountability for revenue growth, client satisfaction, and overall account performance.
• Develop and execute account and business plans to achieve growth targets and expand client relationships.
• Lead the deal-shaping process, delivering compelling presentations and value propositions to executive stakeholders.
• Engage and influence C-suite and senior leadership to strengthen relationships and expand NTT DATA’s footprint.
• Maintain a 50% utilization target while balancing delivery excellence with growth objectives.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members, fostering the development of future leaders.

Skills

Account management

P&L management

Delivery leadership

Strategic partnerships

Client relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

NTT DATA Services is seeking a Speciality Client Partner to drive growth and transformation in Products across Retail, Logistics, Hospitality, and related sectors. This remote US role emphasizes data, analytics, and AI-led innovation while building trusted executive partnerships.

The role focuses on accelerating client value, modernizing technology landscapes, and delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, decision speed, and member experiences.