Director - Consulting

Role overview

This position sits within a frontier data and AI engineering firm that focuses on building production-grade modern data platforms, intelligent systems, and tailored software for enterprises, scale-ups, and government organisations. The business operates across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Europe, and the US, with a clear emphasis on real-world delivery rather than presentation-only work.

What the role involves

This is a senior consulting leadership position responsible for steering major client engagements from start to finish. The work covers the full spectrum of data platforms, AI, and end-to-end software development, not just data-only initiatives. You will define the strategic direction and value story for each engagement from initial discovery through delivery and adoption, working closely with a Client Principal and operating in a leadership triad with Technology and Commercial leaders.

What this role is not

This is not a delivery management role, and it is not a conventional product position. It is designed for someone who builds trust with clients through sound judgement and proven results, maintains strong executive-level communication throughout delivery, converts business goals into clear priorities for technical teams, and helps create and win new work.

Additional expectations

You will also help develop and partially own go-to-market propositions, rather than simply delivering materials created by others.

Candidate profile

The ideal person brings senior consulting experience at the level of senior consultant, senior manager, or director within a consultancy setting, preferably from a top-tier firm or a strong boutique practice. You should have led complex engagements across data, AI, and software builds, with direct exposure to senior executives.

Writing and delivery style

Strong written communication is essential. You should be able to build strategies, proposals, and propositions from the ground up and present them confidently. A hands-on approach is also important, with a preference for creating the key assets and artefacts yourself rather than passing them on to others.

Commercial focus

The role requires commercial awareness and a genuine interest in pre-sales, shaping opportunities, and developing follow-on business.

Application note

This opportunity offers director-level authority with meaningful ownership in a high-trust environment and limited bureaucracy.