Consulting Manager; m​/f​/d) Data & AI Strategy

Who/What is Artefact?

Artefact is a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm dedicated to transforming organizations through data and AI. We combine the rigor of top-tier strategy consulting with deep expertise in data, digital, and analytics to help clients achieve tangible business impact. With 2,000+ consultants, data scientists, and engineers across 26 countries, we work with global leaders such as Samsung, L’Oréal, Orange, and Sanofi.

At our German offices, we are on a rapid growth trajectory, advising leading national and international clients cross-industry on how to unlock the full potential of their data, build scalable data architectures, and implement cutting‑edge AI solutions.

Consulting Manager (m/f/d) Data & AI Strategy
, you will act as a trusted sparring partner to executives, steer complex transformation programs across functions, and drive organizational change at scale.

• Lead AI Transformation Programs:
  Steer end-to-end execution of enterprise-level AI transformations. Identify internal champions, navigate corporate politics, manage structural blockers, and drive measurable user adoption and organizational change.
• Strategy & AI Use Case Scoping:
  Work closely with C-level stakeholders to answer high-stakes questions:
  How can AI reshape their business models? How should they govern data? You don't just advise; you help evaluate model choices, discuss data privacy trade-offs, and conceptualize technical feasibility.
• Drive Business Growth:
  Actively drive the growth of our German practice. Take ownership in lead generation and pipeline conversion by engaging prospective clients, shaping proposals, and leading pre-sales and key-account expansion initiatives.
• Thought Leadership & Advocacy:
  Represent Artefact's AI Transformation perspective externally. Advance our voice in enterprise AI through expert discussions, content creation (e.g. Linked In, whitepapers), and opinionated, hands‑on perspectives on applied AI trends and real‑world adoption pathways.
• Advance the Practice:
  Evolve our methodologies, tools, and frameworks to keep our offering state‑of‑the‑art. Develop reusable transformation playbooks and bring your strategic consulting or technology expertise into the team.
• Team Leadership & Mentoring:
  Act as a senior advisor and role model – leading, coaching, and mentoring agile, hybrid project teams (consultants, data scientists, and engineers), fostering a fast‑paced, “can‑do” culture.

At our heart, we define ourselves by a culture of ownership, intellectual curiosity, and cooperation.
We are looking for driven, capable talents who bring strong motivation and curiosity for new challenges. You are a true team player, eager to support others while scaling both the company and your own career.

• Work Experience:
  
  You have approximately 5‑8 years of full‑time working experience in top‑tier management consulting, technology consulting, or strategic corporate in‑house roles. A proven track record of successfully leading and delivering data, analytics, or AI‑driven transformation projects is essential.
• Transformation & Change Management:
  Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross‑functional transformation programs, with the ability to manage executive stakeholders, navigate corporate politics, and embed AI capabilities within client organizations.
• AI Fluency & “Builder Mindset”:
  Strong fluency in modern and applied AI (e.g., GenAI, LLMs, agentic systems, automated workflows). While you don't need to be a full‑time programmer, you have a hands‑on understanding and can credibly demo working AI concepts and discuss data privacy and technical constraints.
• Analytical & Technical Acumen:
  Knowledge about common machine learning techniques, cloud…