Manager – Data & AI

At BearingPoint, our Data Analytics & AI (DA&AI) team is dedicated to helping clients unlock the full potential of their data in ways that are meaningful, sustainable, and aligned with their goals. We work closely with organisations across industries to co-create tailored solutions—from data strategy and governance to visualisation, AI, and machine learning. Our strength lies in our collaborative spirit, diverse expertise, and shared commitment to making a positive impact.

About The Role

We’re looking for a thoughtful and adaptable Manager to join our growing DA&AI team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with others, values continuous learning, and is passionate about using data to support better decision-making and long-term success.

As a Manager, you’ll guide and support teams in delivering thoughtful, end-to-end data and AI solutions. You’ll collaborate with internal colleagues and client partners to co-design solutions that are both innovative and practical. This is a hands-on role that spans the full data lifecycle—from strategy and architecture to insights, automation, and ethical AI.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate and contribute to data and AI projects across sectors such as finance, public sector, supply chain, and healthcare.
• Partner with clients to understand their needs and co-create solutions that are scalable, inclusive, and future-ready.
• Support and mentor teams of consultants and analysts, encouraging a culture of learning, curiosity, and shared success.
• Facilitate open and inclusive stakeholder conversations, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
• Work with a range of technologies including Azure, Power BI, Python, SQL, and emerging GenAI tools.
• Help integrate AI/ML capabilities into workflows in ways that are ethical, transparent, and aligned with client values.
• Contribute to data strategy, architecture, and governance with a focus on clarity, alignment, and long-term value.
• Explore new tools and approaches that can enhance outcomes and create meaningful impact.
• Collaborate on business development through knowledge sharing, proposal input, and client engagement.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in data, AI/ML, or technology consulting.
• A strong foundation in tools such as Azure (AI Search, Data Factory, SQL DB, Fabric), Power BI, Python, SQL, and GenAI frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Semantic Kernel).
• Experience supporting teams and delivering thoughtful, people-centred solutions in a client-facing environment.
• Familiarity with the full data lifecycle, from ingestion and transformation to modelling and visualisation.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a collaborative and empathetic approach.
• A passion for mentoring, learning, and working across disciplines.
• Knowledge of data governance, cloud architecture, and data migration strategies.
• A mindset that is open, reflective, and focused on creating real value for people and organisations.

Data Strategy & Governance Consultant

We are looking for a motivated and collaborative professional with a strong passion for Data and AI to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Director of Data Strategy & Governance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our Data & AI initiatives. This includes advising clients on data and AI governance, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations such as the EU AI Act and data privacy laws, and developing strategic data frameworks that drive meaningful business outcomes. Your ability to build trusted client relationships and translate complex data challenges into actionable strategies will be key to your success in this role.

Market and Client Facing Responsibilities

• Support the growth of our Data Strategy and Governance advisory services within both Private and Public Sector clients, including net new clients and new opportunities in existing accounts.
• Identify promising prospects through networking, customer referrals, and development of Data & AI specific Go-To-Market materials and Thought Leadership.
• Cultivate lasting relationships with clients to understand their challenges and tailor appropriate offerings to address them.
• Collaborate across local and international networks to leverage our capabilities and success stories.
• Contribute to the building of a diverse Data Analytics & AI (DA&AI) team, empowering our people and focusing on long-term growth and development.
• Play a key role in developing the DA&AI team culture as embodied within our purpose, “Together we are more than business.”
• Oversee agreed client and internal engagements end to end and lead engagement teams.
• Contribute to building DA&AI brand awareness and driving demand through marketing and co-funded market-facing activities.

Key Competencies and Attributes for Success

• Passion for Data & AI with the ability to learn, comprehend, and explain technical concepts and define a value-driven Data & AI strategy.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment.
• Motivated individual who enjoys identifying and developing new opportunities.
• Work collaboratively to meet shared goals and objectives.
• Identification, growth, and nurturing of new customers.
• Ability to work with our Technology team and Segment leads to tailor offerings to meet client needs.

Skills and Expertise

• Proven experience in data and AI, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Proven experience in delivering data governance change initiatives and leading data management projects.
• Experience of developing Data Strategy and maturity initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with C-level executives.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business strategies.
• Experience in supporting and guiding diverse teams to achieve shared success.

Cloud Data Architect

BearingPoint Ireland has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Cloud Data Architect to join our growing Data Analytics & AI team. We are working with a wide range of clients, on a number of complex projects that are transforming the way business is being done in Ireland

Applicants should have the following skills / experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a data architect, working in both “on-prem” environment and Cloud environment, especially Microsoft and AWS technologies
• Advanced data modelling and architecture skills
• Proven experience with data integration tools such as SSIS, ADF, Kafka, Talend
• Proven ability to write automated scripts using PowerShell, SQL
• Good communication and language skills in the English language (presenting, documenting, workshopping)
• Experience managing stakeholders in a complicated environment
• Experience in the configuration and setup of database environments
• Experience of database design from an online, batch and reporting perspective
• 3rd level degree in IT related discipline

In addition to the above, the following skills / knowledge will be beneficial:

• Experience working with Power BI in a Fabric or Synapse Analytics environment.
• Experience with other analytics delivery platforms, such as Databricks, Spark, Snowflake. Redshift. etc.
• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks and AI tools.
• Knowledge of software delivery practices, modern delivery methodologies (incl. Agile) – i.e. the ability to understand how a delivery project works and the constraints that they are working in
• Experience with data governance frameworks and data security policies.
• Performance optimization of cloud data solutions.