Managing Consultant/Senior Manager - Data & AI Architecture

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions
Ec4M8Ad, United Kingdom
Today
£90,000 – £120,000 pa

Salary

£90,000 – £120,000 pa

Seniority
Senior
Posted
8 Sep 2026 (Today)
Data & AI Strategy Consultant / Architect - AI Transformation (GenAI & Agentic AI)

Are you ready to shape the future of AI-driven enterprise transformation?

We are working with a leading global consultancy at the forefront of AI innovation, helping organisations redesign how they operate, compete, and create value through Generative AI, agentic systems, and intelligent data platforms.

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing AI Strategy practice where you will operate at the intersection of strategy, architecture, and cutting-edge AI delivery, helping enterprise clients move from legacy environments to fully AI-enabled organisations.

Salary: £90,000 - £120,000 + bonus & benefits
Location: Hybrid (primarily remote with occasional travel to London, Manchester or Glasgow)

What you will be doing

You will play a key role in designing and delivering next-generation AI and data solutions that transform how global organisations operate:

  • Lead the design of AI-enabled data platforms using AWS, Azure, and GCP, building scalable and self-optimising architectures
  • Shape and deliver AI strategy and transformation roadmaps, enabling enterprise-wide adoption of GenAI, copilots, and agentic AI
  • Architect intelligent cloud and hybrid ecosystems, supporting the modernisation of legacy data environments
  • Design and implement agentic AI workflows, LLM-based applications, and decision intelligence platforms
  • Drive automation through DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Develop enterprise data and AI architecture blueprints aligned with frameworks such as TOGAF and DAMA
  • Engage with senior stakeholders and translate complex AI concepts into clear, actionable business outcomes
  • Contribute to business development, thought leadership, and internal innovation initiatives
What we are looking for

You are an experienced consultant or architect who thrives in complex transformation environments and understands how to connect AI capability with business value.

Essential experience:

  • 10+ years' experience in data, analytics, AI, or enterprise architecture
  • Strong consulting background delivering technology and AI transformation programmes
  • Deep understanding of AI, machine learning, GenAI, and cloud data platforms
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Strong knowledge of data architecture, DevOps, and automation tooling
  • Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and C-level audiences
  • Proven ability to design and deliver end-to-end AI or data strategies and roadmaps

Desirable:

  • TOGAF or DAMA certification
  • Experience with agentic AI systems, LLM applications, or AI product delivery

You need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years to be able to apply for this role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy delivering innovative AI solutions for major enterprise clients, while benefiting from strong career progression, flexible hybrid working and an excellent package.Insert and format text, links, and images here.

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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