Data and AI Architect Practice Lead

Data & AI Architect / Practice Lead £110,000 + bonus | UK based | Travel to client sites as required We're partnering with a leading European consultancy looking for someone to help grow its Microsoft Data & AI capability in the UK. There's a lot to get stuck into here. Leading client programmes, shaping propositions, developing people and having a real say in how the practice grows. You'll stay close to the technology and delivery, with the opportunity to influence hiring, standards and the wider go-to-market approach. What will you be doing?

• Leading Data & AI engagements from initial discovery through architecture and delivery.
• Working with senior client stakeholders to turn business priorities into practical solutions.
• Shaping opportunities through workshops, solution design, proposals and bids.
• Building propositions around Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Azure Data & AI and generative AI.
• Recruiting, mentoring and developing the team, alongside creating reusable approaches that help the practice scale. Who are we looking for? Someone who has led complex data programmes within a consultancy or Microsoft partner and enjoys the mix of client delivery, technology and building a capability. You'll bring strong Microsoft Fabric and Power BI expertise, a broad understanding of the Azure data ecosystem, and practical experience shaping AI use cases. You'll also be comfortable leading client conversations, supporting presales and taking responsibility for delivery and commercial outcomes. Experience across utilities, government or financial services would be useful, as would experience growing a team or practice. For someone who wants more ownership while staying close to clients and delivery, this is a great opportunity to put your stamp on a growing capability within an established consulting business. Interested? Drop me a message and we can have a chat.