Data & AI Consult Practice Leader in Roma, Italy

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey on Data & AI? Join Kyndryl and become a driving force behind the transformative power of data!

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Data & AI Consult Practice Leader to drive the growth of our Data & AI consult practice in Italy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Development & Growth

• Lead the development and expansion of the Data & AI consult business across Italy country, driving signings and market share.

• Identify, design, and implement value-driven customer propositions tailored to solve complex business challenges through Data and AI.

• Develop Generative AI propositions and solutions leveraging best-of breed technologies integrated within Industry specific business and operational processes.

• Collaborate with Consult Leaders and account teams to develop winning strategies for customers and new market opportunities.

2. Partner Ecosystem Management

• Build and foster strong relationships with key technology partners, such as Hyperscalers and Data, AI and Gen-AI platform vendors.

• Leverage the partner ecosystem to organize joint GTM activities, deliver scalable, innovative solutions and co-create new opportunities.

3. Customer Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to customers, understanding their strategic objectives and driving impactful Data transformation and AI/Gen-AI adoption strategies.

• Present to C-suite executives and stakeholders, articulating the value of Data & AI to enable business objectives and unlock the full potential of their data resources.

• Ensure successful delivery of Data & AI projects, meeting quality and ROI expectations.

4. Practice Leadership

• Shape the Data & AI consult practice vision, strategy, and roadmap for Italian market, working closely with global teams.

• Develop Gen-AI capabilities with focus on different industry business and operational processes.

• Build and lead a high-performing team of consultants, architects, scientists and engineers.

• Accountable for delivering highly complex, consulting projects that provide lasting and measurable Data & AI solutions and services to our esteemed customers

• Work with practice leaders to develop new plays with an articulated value proposition.

• Drive internal initiatives to foster innovation, enhance delivery capabilities, and promote continuous learning.

5. Thought Leadership

• Represent Kyndryl at industry events, conferences, and forums, showcasing expertise in Data & AI.

• Contribute to content creation, such as whitepapers and webinars, to establish Kyndryl as a leader in the field.

If you have a passion for turning data into a force for change and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this is your chance to shine! Unleash your creativity, embrace innovation, and become a master of efficiency as you create solutions that revolutionize customer business and IT landscapes. Join Kyndryl and become part of a remarkable team that turns data into success stories.

Your Future at Kyndryl

As a Data & AI Consult Practice Leader at Kyndryl you will join the Kyndryl Consult team, working with other Kyndryl Consultants, Architects, Project Managers, and cross-functional Technical Subject Matter Experts – presenting unlimited opportunities with unmatched support through our investment in your learning, training, and career growth.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years or more leading Data & AI consulting practices on business development and delivery.

• 10-15 year experience on Data & AI consulting projects with Client-facing role and responsibility on project delivery.

• In-depth understanding of analytics, data science and Gen-AI solutions in enterprise environments.

• Up-to-date knowledge of current data tools and industry changes and analyze big data.

• Proven track record of successfully delivering large scale technology projects.

• Demonstrated ability to craft and articulate customer-centric value propositions and business cases.

• Multi-year experience in managing partner ecosystems and leveraging partnerships to drive innovation and growth.

• Strong leadership and people management skills, with a focus on developing talent and fostering collaboration.

• Deep experience working with C-suite stakeholders and presenting complex solutions in business terms.

• Extensive market knowledge of Italy business landscape and network.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Expertise in cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and their AI/ML capabilities, ISVs (e.g. Databricks, Snowflake, …).

• Familiarity with industry-specific use cases of Data & AI solutions.

• Experience with consulting methodologies, frameworks, and delivery models.

• Skilled in planning, organization, analytics, and problem-solving.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with clients and team members.

• Comfortable working with statistics.

• Master or Bachelor’s degree in technical disciplines.

• Six Sigma, PMP, and/or ITIL certifications.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.