Are you currently managing relationships with household-name UK retailers and ready to take ownership of a prestigious blue-chip portfolio?
Armitage Search & Advisory is partnering with a rapidly growing global analytics services company to find an exceptional Client Partner with deep retail sector expertise and a proven background in Data Analytics and AI to lead their UK retail practice.
About Our Client:
Our client is a fast-growing analytics powerhouse specialising in Data Visualisation, Advanced Analytics, Big Data, and Machine Learning. They deliver transformational AI-driven solutions to some of the world's most recognised retail brands.
The Portfolio:
You’ll take ownership of two of the UK's biggest and most prestigious retail brands – household names operating at significant scale. This is an established portfolio requiring strategic account growth, deepening of relationships, and expansion of solution adoption across their organisations.
The Opportunity:
As Client Partner – Retail Data Analytics & AI, you’ll be the senior executive managing these blue‑chip accounts whilst driving new logo acquisition across the UK retail sector. This role combines strategic portfolio management with hands‑on client delivery, requiring regular onsite presence with clients for meetings, workshops, and solution implementation.
What You’ll Do:
* Portfolio Management: Own and grow two major UK blue‑chip retail accounts with excellent strategic account management
* Client Delivery: Lead onsite client engagements, workshops, and solution implementations
* Business Development: Drive new logo wins through strategic prospecting and relationship building across UK retail
* Trusted Advisor: Partner with C‑suite executives on data analytics, AI/ML strategy, and digital transformation
* Account Growth: Identify and convert expansion opportunities within existing accounts
* Solution Leadership: Translate complex retail challenges into innovative data analytics and AI solutions
* Team Development: Mentor internal consultants and solution architects
* Commercial Management: Lead complex sales cycles, contract negotiations, and multi‑year account strategies
What You’ll Bring:
* Retail Background: 10+ years in UK retail sector with established relationships and deep industry knowledge
* Data Analytics & AI Expertise: Proven background in data science, machine learning, advanced analytics, or AI solutions
* Blue‑Chip Experience: Track record managing major UK retail brands (grocery, fashion, or general merchandise sectors)
* Portfolio Management: Demonstrated excellence in strategic account management and growth
* Business Development: Success winning new logos and expanding existing accounts
* Client Delivery: Comfortable with regular onsite client presence and hands‑on engagement
* Commercial Acumen: Experience navigating complex, multi‑year deals and contract negotiations
* Innovation Mindset: Deep curiosity about AI/ML innovations transforming retail
What’s on Offer:
* Bonus structure: 20‑30% of base
* Flexible remote working (South/London region)
* Immediate ownership of two major UK retail accounts
* 25‑50% travel expectation (onsite client meetings)
Location:
South/London area (remote with regular client site visits)
This is a rare opportunity to take the reins of a prestigious blue‑chip retail portfolio whilst leveraging the innovative power of data analytics and AI to drive transformational business impact.
If you’re currently managing major UK retail relationships and have the data analytics/AI credentials to drive next‑generation solutions, we want to hear from you.
To apply or discuss this opportunity in strict confidence, please contact Armitage Search & Advisory.
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