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.
As a 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.
How should they govern data? you help evaluate model choices, discuss data privacy trade-offs, and conceptualize technical feasibility.
Actively drive the growth of our German practice. Advance our voice in enterprise AI through expert discussions, content creation (e.g. LinkedIn, whitepapers), and opinionated, hands-on perspectives on applied AI trends and real-world adoption pathways.
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.
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.
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.
Knowledge about common machine learning techniques, cloud architectures, and data management principles. Excellent quantitative skills to draw strategic insights from complex data sets.
You have a strong presence and can translate complex technical topics into compelling arguments for non-technical senior executives, as well as bridge the gap to technical execution teams.
Excellent academic track record with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Computer Science, Business Informatics, Physics, Mathematics, or a comparable quantitative field.
Business-fluency in both German and English (written and spoken) is mandatory to successfully advise our German clients and lead workshops. A valid work permit for Germany.
Strategy with a Data Edge: Artefact sits uniquely at the crossroads of top-tier business strategy and deep tech. You will build boardroom-level strategy expertise while staying at the absolute forefront of AI, data management, and digital value creation.
Access to regular training in both strategy consulting methodologies and the latest AI/data capabilities through our global network.
Please submit your CV showcasing your experience and passion for this role as a Consulting Manager (m/f/d) Data & AI Strategy .