Senior Data & Intelligence Delivery Manager

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Data & Intelligence Delivery Manager in Johannesburg. This role focuses on driving digital transformation and managing a talented team within the Assurance Innovation & Digital team. The ideal candidate will have a CA qualification, at least 4 years of post-articles experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include client relationship management, team coaching, and delivering data-driven solutions to enhance audit quality.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA with at least 4 years post-articles experience.
• Strong grounding in audit and data.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership and oversight of key client accounts.
• Support and coach Data Delivery Managers.
• Manage delivery lists and ensure deadlines are achieved.

Skills

Qualified CA

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

CA qualification

Job description

Senior Data & Intelligence Delivery Manager

Location: Johannesburg

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Feb 1, 2026

Requisition ID: 1681289

Senior Data & Intelligence Delivery Manager

Innovation & Digital – Assurance | South Africa

Step into a role where data, digital transformation, and strategic impact meet. As the Senior Data & Intelligence Delivery (DID) Manager within the Assurance Innovation & Digital team, you won’t just oversee delivery — you’ll help shape the future of digital audit, empower teams, and drive visible change across a portfolio of leading audit clients.

Reporting directly to the Africa DID Leader, you will lead a talented Data & Intelligence Delivery team, unlock the power of EY’s digital capabilities, and help bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world client outcomes.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Take Ownership and oversite of key client accounts, building trusted relationships through client visits, informed scoping, and proactive issue resolution.
• Serve as a key touchpoint for Audit leadership, PPD, and COO teams on complex, high-visibility engagements.
• Support and coach Data Delivery Managers through regular check-ins, reviews, KPI setting, and performance cycles.
• Elevate team capability through smart prioritisation, stand-ups, onboarding, and thoughtful workload planning — especially during peak audit seasons.
• Manage delivery lists, optimise weekly planning, and ensure deadlines are achieved smoothly and effeciently
• Champion operational excellence across Helix reviews, process improvements, communications, budget alignment and cost-saving initiatives.
• Deep-dive into complex data challenges with analysts, clients, and audit teams to create meaningful, reliable data solutions.
• Develop a strong understanding of Assurance’s full suite of digital solutions and act as a trusted advisor to engagement teams.
• Produce value reports for top clients and help embed digital insights into audit committee documentation.
• Collaborate with the GTM team to bring the EY Assurance digital oƯering to life — strengthening our reputation and value proposition.
• Lead GTM project tracking and cross-functional collaboration with Creative Services and internal stakeholders to amplify messaging and support strategic priorities.

Required Skills and Experiences:

• A qualified CA with at least 4 years post-articles experience and a strong grounding in audit and data
• Collaborative, curious, and passionate about improving audit quality with digital solutions.
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• A proactive problem-solver who can navigate complexity with composure
• Someone who values integrity, objectivity, and the courage to raise concerns
• A natural project manager who can balance operational detail with big-picture thinking