Sales Lead - Driving Data Transformation

Sword Group stands as a premier provider of innovative business technology solutions tailored for the Energy, Public, and Finance sectors. Our mission is to facilitate transformational change for our clients by leveraging proven technologies, specialized teams, and deep domain expertise to establish robust technical foundations across platforms, data, and bu…

Sword Group is a premier provider of cutting-edge business technology solutions across the Energy, Public, and Finance sectors, catalyzing transformative change for our clients. Our approach leverages proven technologies, specialized teams, and deep domain expertise to establish robust technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications. We are passionate about harnessing technology to address business challenges, collaborating closely with our clients to help them achieve their aspirations.In this critical leadership position, you will play a vital role during a transformative phase for Sword as we enhance our Data, Analytics, AI, and Automation capabilities. The Transformation Lead will be instrumental in shaping, guiding, and executing large-scale transformation initiatives for our clients.This role emphasizes delivery leadership and strategic consulting. While there is a significant pre-sales aspect, direct sales responsibility is not required. The Transformation Lead will engage with senior strategic stakeholders to convert their ambitions into coherent, fundable, and actionable transformation programs that integrate strategy, business architecture, change leadership, and a profound technical grasp of data and AI-enabled solutions.Operating at the convergence of strategy, program design, and execution, you will be accountable for defining the transformation direction, overseeing complex multi-million-pound programs, and ensuring clients realize sustained, measurable value from data-driven and AI-enabled transformations.Role Scope & FocusThe Transformation Lead operates across three core dimensions:Transformation Leadership & Delivery (Primary Focus)· Leading the design, direction, and validation of complex transformation programs from inception to value realization.Senior Business & Strategy Consulting· Advising C-suite and executive stakeholders on investment decisions, operational model transformation, and organizational readiness for AI-driven change.Presales & Opportunity Shaping (Supportive)· Assisting account teams in developing credible, outcomes-focused transformation proposals and business cases—without direct sales targets.

Role Overview Writer is hiring a Strategic AI Transformation Lead based in London, UK. This role focuses on guiding the adoption and integration of AI technologies throughout the organization. The position works closely with teams from different business units to spot areas where AI can create measurable improvements and to ensure AI projects support overall business goals. What You Will Do Develop and implement a company-wide AI transformation strategy Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize opportunities for AI-driven enhancements Use data analytics and machine learning to improve operational efficiency and encourage innovation Align AI initiatives with strategic business objectives Impact This position shapes the future direction of AI at Writer, helping the organization embrace new AI solutions and realize their value across multiple business areas.

Join our dynamic team as a Customer Contact Transformation Lead at PA Consulting Group, where we are committed to driving innovation in customer service. In this pivotal role, you will lead transformative projects aimed at enhancing customer engagement and optimizing service delivery.Your expertise will guide our clients through complex changes, leveraging technology and strategic insights to create exceptional customer experiences. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring that our solutions are not only effective but also sustainable.

Chief Solution Architect - Pre-sales, AI & Data TransformationReporting to: Managing Director, UK&IAs a leading partner of Google Cloud in AI and Data Transformation, datatonic empowers organizations with strategic consulting and technical expertise to achieve innovative data solutions in the cloud. We collaborate with our clients to explore the full potential of advanced technologies by leveraging our deep knowledge in machine learning, data engineering, and analytics. By utilizing the Google Cloud Platform, we enable businesses to future-proof their strategies, enhance consumer insights, gain competitive advantages, and achieve significant operational efficiencies through transformative data programs.The RoleWe are in search of a Chief Solution Architect as the inaugural member of our pre-sales team to help define, qualify, and secure our key engagements in data, AI, and Agentic transformations. This pivotal role bridges data & AI consulting, technical advisory, and industry storytelling. You will collaborate closely with the Account Manager and technical/engineering teams to expand our most strategic accounts in sectors such as Telecommunications, Financial Services, Media, and Agencies.Your efforts will guide our clients through a transformative journey, expanding their vision of what is achievable with data and AI, leading to extensive engagements with direct connections to the C-suite. You will conduct initial discovery sessions, outline solutions, shape Statements of Work (SOWs), and articulate datatonic’s offerings in the market.While this role does not require people management skills, you must excel in engaging with technical and business stakeholders, quickly establishing trust and confidence, and be adept at presenting to C-suite and architectural audiences.What You’ll DoPre-Sales LeadershipLead early discovery efforts alongside the Sales team: identify business challenges, qualify opportunities, and convert ambiguity into structured technical narratives.Employ an insight-driven approach to integrate industry best practices in data and AI, guiding clients through their strategic transformations.Design data, ML, and GenAI solutions utilizing Google Cloud.Oversee scoping, estimation, and drafting of Statements of Work and RFP responses in collaboration with Sales and Delivery teams.Assist in RFP responses, solution evaluations, and deal strategies for opportunities exceeding £1m.Strategic AdvisoryFacilitate client workshops to foster understanding and alignment around strategic data initiatives.

Join Equals Money as an Engineering Lead for Digital TransformationIn May 2025, Equals Money and Railsr merged to form a powerful new entity within the fintech sector, combining Equals’ expertise in currency and payments with Railsr’s cutting-edge embedded finance solutions. This merger has produced a sophisticated, next-gen financial services platform designed to adapt and scale across various industries.Our mission is to provide seamless, scalable financial services backed by advanced technology and regulatory compliance, ensuring our clients receive both reliability and exceptional personal service.Digital transformation is at the heart of our strategy. We are modernizing our internal systems, automating processes, and integrating across Finance, Compliance, Operations, HR, and Commercial sectors to establish a resilient, scalable, and AI-ready operational model.The RoleAs the Engineering Lead for Digital Transformation, you will be pivotal in executing our transformation strategy. This senior, hands-on leadership position emphasizes integration, automation, and platform development rather than customer-facing features.You will spearhead technical execution for various transformation initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of new tools, vendors, and internal platforms within our core architecture. This role is particularly focused on AWS, with a strong emphasis on APIs, event-driven systems, and scalable integration solutions.Collaboration with Product Managers, business stakeholders, and central engineering teams will be crucial to align transformation efforts with our long-term technology strategy, security protocols, and regulatory obligations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the technical delivery of digital transformation projects across Finance, HR, Compliance, Operations, and Commercial sectors.Provide hands-on leadership in integration, automation, and platform development, establishing clear technical directions and standards.Design and manage an API-first and event-driven architecture.

Join gbg as the Transformation Portfolio Office Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping our strategic initiatives. This leadership position requires a visionary professional who excels in driving transformation across the organization. You will oversee the management of a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with our business objectives and maximizing our operational efficiency.The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a proven track record in portfolio management, allowing for effective prioritization and resource allocation. Your leadership will inspire teams to embrace change and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Join Capco as a Lead Data Analytics Consultant and play a pivotal role in advancing our UK Data Practice. You will spearhead intricate data and analytics projects within the financial services sector, while mentoring emerging talent and driving innovation across cutting-edge technologies such as Cloud, AI, and Machine Learning.

Join our dynamic consulting team at Newton Europe, where we tackle either intensive diagnostics or extensive, multi-year transformation programs, ensuring impactful delivery outcomes for our clients. Understanding our clients’ needs is paramount; it allows us to pinpoint the most significant areas for enhancement, craft tailored solutions, and collaborate closely with clients to implement these effectively and sustainably. Our work often requires us to be on-site with clients, which may involve traveling during the week.As a Lead Consultant, you will oversee workstreams that typically generate around £2 million in value for our clients. Your responsibilities will include designing innovative solutions, establishing appropriate KPIs for yourself and your team, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will cultivate productive relationships with mid-level clients to ensure outstanding results.Your role will encompass a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:Leading a small team of up to four consultants through advanced analysis and modeling to uncover significant opportunities, guiding them and the client through successful delivery.Evaluating the proposed design for your workstream, developed in collaboration with the Principal Consultant or Business Manager on your program.Collaborating closely with program leads to align your workstream KPIs with client organizational outcomes and broader strategic goals.Establishing measurable KPIs for your team and the client, through effective governance that fosters a culture of ongoing progress reviews, ensuring successful delivery.Engaging on-site with client counterparts daily to monitor progress and address challenges, enhancing performance and building client capabilities.Crafting a compelling narrative for stakeholders—from frontline managers to senior executives—and working with program leads to communicate this effectively to senior client stakeholders, helping to remove any obstacles to progress.Proactively identifying risks and assisting in the adjustment of resources and commercial plans to keep the program aligned with objectives.Successful candidates will be placed within one of our specialized clusters: Defence & Infrastructure, Public, or Consumer. During onboarding, your designated cluster will ensure you are integrated into the right client programs with the necessary support to adapt to Newton’s core program delivery approach. Once fully onboarded, you will have opportunities to collaborate across other clusters based on business requirements.

About WriterWriter is at the forefront of AI-driven enterprise transformation, where leading organizations harness the power of superintelligence. Our mission is to enhance human capabilities through advanced, reliable AI solutions that unify IT and business sectors, facilitating profound organizational change. Hundreds of renowned companies, including Mars, Marriott, Uber, and Vanguard, leverage Writer's comprehensive platform to create and implement AI agents rooted in their own data, powered by our enterprise-grade LLMs. With a valuation of $1.9B and support from prestigious investors such as Premji Invest, Radical Ventures, and ICONIQ Growth, Writer is swiftly establishing itself as the premier authority in enterprise generative AI.Established in 2020, our offices span San Francisco, New York City, Austin, Chicago, and London. Our team operates with ambition and agility, seeking intelligent, dedicated innovators to join us in shaping a future of work enriched by AI. About the RoleWe are in search of a visionary AI Transformation Lead to act as a strategic partner for our high-priority Fortune 100 clients. This pivotal role transcends typical software integration; you will help major organizations fundamentally reconsider their operational methodologies. Positioned at the crossroads of business strategy and cutting-edge technology, you will translate the capabilities of the Writer platform into tangible financial performance and guide executives through the transition to an AI-centric operational framework.This is a unique opportunity to develop the roadmap for enterprise AI transformation. You will not merely oversee accounts; you will drive the next industrial revolution by assisting C-suite executives in progressing from AI pilot projects to realizing full-scale value. Your contributions will directly inform Writer's product development and shape how premier brands utilize superintelligence to enhance human productivity.This position is offered as a hybrid role based in our London office, reporting to the Director of AI Transformation and Success.‍ What You’ll DoOversee a customer portfolio while spearheading ROI and value initiatives alongside a Customer Success Manager focused on adoption strategies.Serve as a strategic transformation partner for Fortune 50-100 clients, establishing a vision and defining the JTBD framework with executive teams to promote AI adoption.Develop and maintain relationships with C-suite executives to drive engagement and ensure successful implementation of AI solutions.

Note: This position requires 4 days of in-office work in Central London and 1 day of remote work.Key Responsibilities:Develop features, resolve issues, and perform daily monitoring on the cloud delta lakehouse data platform.Collaborate within an agile technical team, actively engaging in all ceremonies, including daily stand-ups and backlog refinement sessions.Make architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the establishment of engineering standards, documentation, and reusable frameworks.Experience Required:Minimum of 10 years of overall experience in data engineering.At least 5 years of experience in a data warehouse solution landscape.Proven experience leading complex data initiatives and making architectural decisions.Familiar with agile delivery methodologies, preferably SCRUM or Kanban.Ability to take ownership of data issues, conduct investigations and root cause analysis, and implement fixes through code and data modifications.Understanding of data warehouse testing strategies and quality assurance processes.Proficient in git branching strategies and code management.Solid understanding of technical release management processes in Azure DevOps.Strong communication skills, capable of driving alignment, collaboration, and efficiency within teams.

Sword Group is at the forefront of delivering innovative business technology solutions across the Energy, Public, and Finance sectors, driving transformative change for our clients. We harness cutting-edge technology, expert teams, and deep domain knowledge to establish robust technical foundations across various platforms, data, and business applications. Our passion lies in leveraging technology to address complex business challenges, collaborating closely with our clients to achieve their objectives.This is a critical leadership position during a transformative period for Sword Group. As we evolve and enhance our Data, Analytics, AI, and Automation offerings, this role will be vital in shaping our approach to positioning, selling, and scaling our AI and Data transformation services.The AI and Automation Lead will spearhead a team of skilled professionals specializing in automation and AI delivery. You will significantly influence the development of our automation capabilities, establish standards, and define our technical strategy.This is a remarkable opportunity for a seasoned AI and automation expert to take on a crucial leadership role in our expanding Data Analytics, AI, and Automation functions, guiding strategic clients on their transformative journeys.We are looking for a driven, growth-focused individual eager to join us on this exciting journey. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, be energized by developing and nurturing client relationships, and possess a strong passion for enabling organizations to unlock value through data-driven and AI-enabled transformations.

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Lead Data Scientist to join our dynamic team at Faculty. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in advanced analytics and machine learning to drive impactful data-driven solutions. You will lead a team of talented data scientists, guiding them in the development of predictive models and analytical frameworks that support our mission to optimize outcomes across various sectors.

Role overview Telefonica Tech seeks a Lead Data Consultant based in London. This position focuses on guiding clients as they navigate complex data challenges, aiming to turn raw information into practical insights that drive business results. Collaboration is central to this role. The Lead Data Consultant works with cross-functional teams to design and deliver data solutions tailored to client needs. Building data literacy across organizations is also a key part of the job, helping clients make informed decisions and strengthen their capabilities.

As a Salesforce Go-To-Market Lead at Astound Commerce, you will play a pivotal role in driving growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities within the Salesforce ecosystem. Acting as a high-impact 'hunter', you will utilize your extensive partner relationships and industry knowledge to lead consultative sales processes from initial contact to closure. Your role as a trusted advisor will be essential in translating complex client challenges into customized Salesforce solutions, ensuring that every partnership is rooted in strategic alignment and long-term value.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the entire sales lifecycle for enterprise clients, with a focus on high-value digital transformations and professional services.Serve as the primary liaison to the Salesforce ecosystem, collaborating with Salesforce Account Executives, VPs, and Cloud Specialists to secure joint strategic agreements.Conduct comprehensive discovery sessions to pinpoint business challenges and develop data-driven roadmaps that leverage Astound’s full suite of services—from advisory to implementation.Establish and nurture trust-based relationships with C-suite and VP-level stakeholders, aligning digital strategies with their most significant business objectives.Identify and pursue strategic upsell and cross-sell opportunities within new accounts to optimize initial growth and enhance long-term customer value.Represent Astound at Salesforce and industry events, actively broadening your professional network to generate high-quality leads.Collaborate with cross-functional teams in delivery and marketing to scope complex engagements and ensure smooth transitions from sales to project execution.Utilize Salesforce CRM for thorough pipeline management, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making to consistently exceed multi-million-dollar sales targets.

About ZegoAt Zego, we believe that traditional motor insurance can be a barrier for exemplary drivers. It's often too complex, costly, and fails to accurately reflect real driving behavior.Since our inception in 2016, we've dedicated ourselves to transforming the insurance landscape. Our goal is to provide the most affordable insurance options for responsible drivers.Our diverse clientele, ranging from van drivers and gig economy workers to everyday car owners, is at the core of our operations.Having successfully sold tens of millions of policies and secured over $200 million in funding, we are just getting started on this exciting journey.Your RoleWe are in search of a Lead Data Scientist to join our Core Pricing team, reporting directly to the Head of Data Science. You will play a critical role in shaping and executing a high-performance data-science operating model, swiftly transforming concepts into production-ready pricing and risk models.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and enhancement of next-generation risk models, managing all aspects from innovative feature discovery and sophisticated modeling to dependable pipeline deployment and strategic R&D initiatives.Implement a robust Data Science workflow: ensuring clear guidelines, templates, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.Accelerate the idea-to-production timeline: from initial data acquisition to live rate adjustments.Promote a culture of collaborative experimentation: integrating Pricing, Data Science, Machine Learning Engineering, and Systems Engineering.Team leadership and mentorship: oversee a team of 2 Data Scientists, guiding their professional growth and development.Establish coding standards and best practices, mapping common processes and creating playbooks.Assist in selecting tools utilized throughout the Data Science project lifecycle.

Are you passionate about data and eager to drive innovation? Join Hudl as a Lead Data Scientist and take the reins in shaping data-driven strategies. In this role, you will leverage advanced analytics to enhance performance across various teams and projects, while mentoring junior data scientists to foster their growth.

About Indicium AI Indicium AI is a premier global consultancy renowned for integrating AI into production at scale. We partner with some of the world’s foremost enterprises across various sectors, including Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Retail & CPG, and Manufacturing. Our mission is to unlock the potential of AI, facilitating strategic implementation through speed, clarity, and unparalleled capability. With a dedicated team of over 600 AI experts, we serve more than 50 enterprise clients across five global offices. Collaborating with industry leaders such as Anthropic, Databricks, AWS, OpenAI, and Microsoft, we drive modern AI solutions that yield tangible results. Opportunity We are eager to connect with individuals possessing a robust data background and cloud-native skills, particularly those experienced in delivering high-quality software solutions. As a consulting firm focused on outcomes, we seek professionals who embrace a consultative approach to problem-solving in a comprehensive, end-to-end manner. Join our diverse, talented team to share knowledge and learn from varied experiences. Responsibilities Lead the technical implementation and delivery of advanced data systems and AI-enabled applications. Address end-to-end data challenges and identify opportunities at scale. Contribute to the architecture and design of innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients to bring their data strategies to fruition. Work with your cross-functional team throughout all phases of engagement, including advisory, design, and implementation of comprehensive solutions. Participate in internal initiatives, such as writing blogs and engaging in technical forums. Requirements Strong understanding of modern data engineering concepts (e.g., distributed systems, data streaming, event-based architectures). Experience with software engineering and DevOps best practices, encompassing the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) applied to data: automation, testing, contract definition, clean code, CI/CD, and path to production. Familiarity with one or more cloud platforms and services such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Extensive hands-on experience with contemporary data technologies and ETL tools (e.g., Kafka, Flink, DBT) and data storage solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift).

Join carwow as a Lead Data Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping data-driven decisions that enhance our customer experience. You will lead a team of analysts, leveraging data to provide actionable insights and guide strategic initiatives. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret data trends and develop robust analytical frameworks that drive business performance.

Join Devoteam as a Lead Consultant specializing in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Data & AI/ML pre-sales architecture. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to drive innovative solutions that empower our clients to harness the power of data and artificial intelligence.Your responsibilities will include collaborating with sales teams to identify client needs, designing tailored solutions, and presenting compelling proposals that highlight our capabilities in GCP and AI/ML technologies.