Job Title: Director Data & AI Advisory Services Job Description We're Concentrix. The intelligent transformation partner. Solution-focused. Tech-powered. Intelligence-fueled. The global technology and services leader that powers the world's best brands, today and into the future. We're solution-focused, tech-powered, intelligence-fueled. With unique data and insights, deep industry expertise, and advanced technology solutions, we're the intelligent transformation partner that powers a world that works, helping companies become refreshingly simple to work, interact, and transact with. We shape new game-changing careers in over 70 countries, attracting the best talent. The Concentrix Catalyst team is the driving force behind Concentrix's transformation, data, and technology services. We integrate world-class digital engineering, creativity, and a deep understanding of human behavior to find and unlock value through tech-powered and intelligence-fueled experiences. We combine human-centered design, powerful data, and strong tech to accelerate transformation at scale. You will be surrounded by the best in the world providing market leading technology and insights to modernize and simplify the customer experience. Within our professional services team, you will deliver strategic consulting, design, advisory services, market research, and contact center analytics that deliver insights to improve outcomes and value for our clients. Hence achieving our vision. Our game-changers around the world have devoted their careers to ensuring every relationship is exceptional. And we're proud to be recognized with awards such as "World's Best Workplaces," "Best Companies for Career Growth," and "Best Company Culture," year after year. Join us and be part of this journey towards greater opportunities and brighter futures. The Concentrix Data & Intelligence Services team is on the lookout for a visionary Director to lead our initiatives in the EMEA region. This is a pivotal role that will empower you to shape the future of data strategy and AI deployment for our clients, driving transformative outcomes and fostering a data-driven culture. Why Join Us: In this strategic position, you will play a critical role in advising clients on their data strategies and the optimal deployment of AI and analytics solutions. You will engage in high-impact projects that encompass data maturity assessments, data optimization, architecture design, governance, compliance, and the ethical use of data. Your insights will not only influence client success but also contribute to the evolution of data practices across industries. Key Responsibilities: - Strategic Collaboration : Partner with clients and internal teams to establish a clear, data-driven vision that aligns with their business strategies. Provide expert consultation on complex data and AI deployment initiatives, serving as a trusted technical leader. - Innovative Strategy Development : Design and implement comprehensive data management and AI transformation strategies that drive business and customer value. Address security, privacy, and compliance needs while promoting data literacy and a data-driven culture within client organizations. - Expertise in Execution : Utilize your deep knowledge of business, technology, and data to craft actionable roadmaps that optimize people, processes, and technology, maximizing the value derived from data. - Leadership and Guidance : Lead both technical and non-technical teams within client organizations and Concentrix, fostering collaboration to design scalable data architecture solutions. Take on a strong delivery lead role with a focus on Data Platform expertise. - Insight Analysis : Analyze and synthesize insights from surveys, interviews, and workshops, consolidating findings into a compelling narrative that drives business decisions. - Digital Asset Analysis : Reverse engineer digital assets, including BI reports, data structures, ETLs, Access databases, and Excel files, to inform recommendations for future data strategies. - Performance Management : Quickly grasp business concepts and performance management strategies, identifying the most relevant KPIs and data management approaches that deliver maximum value to clients. - Project Estimation : Accurately estimate the scope, duration, and cost of data, BI, and AI initiatives. - Thought Leadership : Contribute to the development of thought leadership in data strategy and governance, creating differentiated assets and enabling capability building within the field to nurture the next generation of data strategists. Required Skills & Experience: - Data Strategy Design : Proven ability to develop robust data strategies that align with organizational objectives. - Data Architecture Expertise : Experience in leading the design and implementation of efficient data architectures. - Business Alignment : Strong capability to align data architectures with business objectives and organizational structures. - Advanced Analytics Proficiency : Competence in utilizing advanced analytical techniques, including data science, to derive actionable business insights. - Transformation Management : Demonstrated experience in managing and delivering comprehensive data transformation programs. - AI/ML Solution Design : Expertise in designing and implementing AI/ML solutions tailored to business needs. - Stakeholder Engagement : Proven track record in pre-sales activities, bid-writing, and managing stakeholder relationships effectively. - Location and Language : Based in the Paris region with a hybrid working model. Willingness to travel for internal and client meetings across EMEA. Fluency in both French and English is required. Location: FRA Paris - 3 rue d'Heliopolis-Catalyst Language Requirements: Time Type: Full time If you are a California resident, by submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read and have access to the Job Applicant Privacy Notice for California Residents (https://www.concentrix.com/resource/job-applicant-privacy-notice-for-california-residents/)