Company Description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today, our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity, and driven by responsibility.

We are optimists for change, helping clients initiate, navigate, and benefit from transformation. Optimism is a force multiplier, enabling organizations to mitigate risk while maximizing opportunities.

With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes.

Job Description

As a Data & AI Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our Data & AI practice in Australia, leading the delivery of AI-driven business transformation.

You will be part of a global network of 250+ data professionals across our Centres of Excellence in Paris, Montréal, Brussels, New York, London, Hong Kong, and the Middle East, developing cutting-edge AI solutions and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery & Advisory

• Develop Data & AI strategies and roadmaps aligned with corporate goals.
• Deliver data analytics, visualization, and AI solutions across platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, AWS, Oracle, and GCP.
• Design and implement data modernisation and migration strategies, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Develop machine learning and AI models leveraging predictive analytics, supervised/unsupervised learning, and econometrics.
• Establish data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, master data management, and compliance.
• Lead business adoption of AI solutions, driving meaningful impact for clients.

Business Development & Thought Leadership

• Identify and develop new Data & AI consulting opportunities to support business growth.
• Contribute to proposals, RFPs, and strategic client engagements.
• Leverage Sia’s global AI platforms and partnerships (Heka.ai, SIA GPT) to build innovative solutions.
• Represent Sia at industry events, speaking engagements, and networking initiatives.

Technical Expertise & Innovation

We seek experience across one or more of the following areas:

• Cloud Data Platforms: Azure, Snowflake, AWS, Oracle
• Data Engineering & Transformation: SQL, Azure Data Factory (ADF), FiveTran, Matillion, AWS Glue, Oracle Data Integration
• AI & Machine Learning: Python, R, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Azure ML, AWS SageMaker
• Analytics & Business Intelligence: Power BI, Tableau, QuickSight, Oracle Analytics Cloud
• Agile Project Management: JIRA, Confluence, or similar tools

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and coach consultants, fostering technical and professional growth.
• Drive a high-performance culture, ensuring delivery excellence.
• Bring fresh perspectives to challenge conventional thinking and enhance project outcomes.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Data Science, AI, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional services experience (Big 4, boutique consulting, or leading tech firms preferred).
• A proven track record in delivering Data, AI, and Digital Transformation projects.
• Strong leadership skills to drive client success and team development.
• Business acumen to influence stakeholders, shape solutions, and drive growth.
• Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, eager to help shape and grow our Data & AI practice.

Additional Information

At Sia, we are guided by our values:

✔ Excellence – Delivering outstanding results in everything we do.
✔ Entrepreneurship – Empowering individuals to take initiative and drive innovation.
✔ Creativity – Blending data science with human ingenuity to solve complex challenges.
✔ Collaboration – Fostering teamwork, inclusion, and diversity.
✔ Responsibility – Using technology and AI to create sustainable business transformation.

Why Join Sia?

✨ Career Growth – Access world-class training, mentorship, and professional development.
🌍 Global Network – Work with a diverse, high-caliber consulting team across multiple geographies.
🚀 Cutting-Edge Work – Deliver AI-driven solutions that transform industries.
🤝 People-First Culture – Enjoy flexible working arrangements, a supportive team, and meaningful projects.
🎉 Vibrant Workplace – Engage in company-sponsored events, networking, and social activities.

If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, apply now!

📌 Candidates must have full working rights in Australia to be considered.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.