Client Data & Analytics Lead (f/m/d)

Artefact

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. 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.   MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES * 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. LinkedIn, 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.   CANDIDATE PROFILE 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 architectures, and data management principles. Excellent quantitative skills to draw strategic insights from complex data sets. * Communication & Presence: Outstanding communication, presentation, and moderation skills. 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. * Education: 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. * Languages: Business-fluency in both German and English (written and spoken) is mandatory to successfully advise our German clients and lead workshops. Additional languages are a plus. * Work Eligibility: A valid work permit for Germany.   WHY JOIN US? * 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. * Impact & Entrepreneurial Freedom: As part of a fast-growing team in Germany, you will have high visibility from day one. You will directly help shape Artefact's footprint in the region, bringing in your own ideas and driving business growth. * Continuous Learning: Constant exposure to new AI solutions at the intersection of technology and business. Access to regular training in both strategy consulting methodologies and the latest AI/data capabilities through our global network. * Culture of Doers: We combine a high degree of self-assurance with a supportive, collaborative environment. We are entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and committed to delivering real impact - while strongly supporting each other's personal growth.   This position is based in Berlin or Munich. Don't worry if you don't meet all the criteria! At Artefact, we value motivation, pragmatic problem-solving, and potential above all else.If you are excited about shaping the future of AI and ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Diversity & Inclusion at Artefact > We believe that unique perspectives fuel innovation. At Artefact, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome and consider all applications purely based on merit, skills, and potential - regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, age, background, or disability. Come as you are!  Ready to take the next step? Please submit your CV showcasing your experience and passion for this role as a Consulting Manager (m/f/d) Data & AI Strategy. We look forward to receiving your application! If you have any questions, feel free to send us a message at bewerbung-de@artefact.com.

Databricks

FEQ427R67 At Databricks, our core principles are at the heart of everything we do; creating a culture of proactiveness and a customer-centric mindset guides us to create a unified platform that makes data science and analytics accessible to everyone. We aim to inspire our customers to make informed decisions that push their business forward. We provide a user-friendly and intuitive platform that makes it easy to turn insights into action and fosters a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. You will be an essential part of this mission, using your technical expertise to demonstrate how our Data Intelligence Platform can help customers solve their complex data challenges. You'll work with a collaborative, customer-focused team that values innovation and creativity, using your skills to create customised solutions to help our customers achieve their goals and guide their businesses forward. Join us in our quest to change how people work with data and make a better world! The impact you will have:  * Form successful relationships with clients throughout your assigned territory, providing technical and business value to Databricks customers in collaboration with Account Executives. * Operate as an expert in big data analytics to excite customers about Databricks. You will develop into a ‘champion’ and trusted advisor on multiple issues of architecture, design, and implementation to lead to the successful adoption of the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. * Scale best practices in your field and support customers by authoring reference architectures, how-tos, and demo applications, and help build the Databricks community in your region by leading workshops, seminars, and meet-ups. * Grow your knowledge and expertise to the level of a technical and/or industry specialist.   What we look for: * Engage customers in technical sales, challenge their questions, guide clear outcomes, and communicate technical and value propositions. * Develop customer relationships and build internal partnerships with account executives and teams. * Prior experience with coding in a core programming language (i.e., Python, Java, Scala) and willingness to learn a base level of Spark. * Proficient with Big Data Analytics technologies, including hands-on expertise with complex proofs-of-concept and public cloud platform(s).   * Experienced in use case discovery, scoping, and delivering complex solution architecture designs to multiple audiences requiring an ability to context switch in levels of technical depth. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

Kraken

Help us use technology to make a big green dent in the universe!   Kraken powers some of the most innovative global developments in energy.   We’re a technology company focused on creating a smart, sustainable energy system. From optimising renewable generation, creating a more intelligent grid and enabling utilities to provide excellent customer experiences, our operating system for energy is transforming the industry around the world in a way that benefits everyone.   It’s a really exciting time in energy. Help us make a real impact on shaping a better, more sustainable future.    Kraken Customer   What we do: build the most AI-driven, innovative, forward-thinking platform for energy management. From optimizing resources to delivering cost-effective, exceptional customer experiences through advanced Customer Information Systems (CIS), billing, meter data management, CRM, and AI-driven communications, Kraken is powering the next wave of innovation in the energy industry.   Why we do it: future energy will not look like energy as we know it today. We need to not just think about our future, but build for it. Now. Who are we looking for?   We’re looking for an influential data and analytics associate who’s excited to work directly with clients — helping them build modern data capabilities, coach on data best practices, and help them get transformative from Kraken data.  You should bring experience leading a high-performing analytics or data team; a love of working with clients; and a passion for driving the clean energy transition. (Energy experience nice-to-have, but not required.)   The role You’ll work directly with Kraken clients to help them develop modern, transformative data and analytics capabilities as part of their broader Kraken transformation.   You’ll: - Guide them as they rebuild critical reporting & analytics on Kraken data - Coach client teams on “what good looks like” in analytics practices — including roles, tools, and processes. - Occasionally get hands-on with sample SQL or BI to help unblock or demonstrate. - Translate client needs into clear input for Kraken product and engineering - You won’t be an implementation manager or a full-time analyst. This is a hybrid role: part coach, part practitioner, part translator — helping clients both adopt Kraken data smoothly and build lasting data capabilities to drive their transformation. Perfect for someone with strong data leadership chops who wants more client face-time and a high-impact role.  - This is one of the first hires onto a new client-facing data team, giving you a chance to play a strategic role in establishing vision, practices, and playbook.     PLEASE SEND YOUR CV IN ENGLISH