Job detail for Practice Director, Digital & AI

Who are we?
At Ensono, our purpose is to be a relentless ally to our clients — disrupting the status quo and enabling them to Do Great Things.
 
As a trusted technology adviser and managed services provider, we partner with organisations to navigate continuous change and unlock value through modernisation and innovation. Our services span private and public cloud, infrastructure and datacentre transformation, data, identity & access management, mainframe, Power systems, application modernisation and cloud‑native platforms.
 
Headquartered in the US and backed by private equity, Ensono continues to grow year‑on‑year, with a strong and expanding presence across the UK and Europe. We work with some of the most complex and demanding organisations, helping them deliver meaningful, large‑scale transformation.
About the role
We are looking for a high‑impact Consulting Practice Director to lead and grow Ensono’s UK Data & AI practice—shaping our go‑to‑market strategy, building a high‑performing team, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.
 
Working closely with New Client Engagement Directors, Consulting Leaders and Sales teams, you will shape and secure strategic Data & AI opportunities—from first conversation through contract close—bringing the credibility to engage client executives and the hands‑on expertise to define winning, deliverable solutions.
 
You will partner with senior business and IT stakeholders to build transformation roadmaps and propositions that align to business objectives, operating models and long‑term value—balancing innovation in AI/GenAI with strong data foundations, governance and responsible delivery.
 
As Practice Director, you will be accountable for the growth and performance of the UK Data & AI practice, including pipeline, revenue and margin. You will help scale delivery through repeatable offerings and global collaboration, while remaining close to delivery as an escalation point and sponsor on key engagements.
 
Success in this role comes from building trusted executive relationships, leading from the front, and combining commercial acumen with pragmatic, hands‑on delivery leadership. If you are excited by shaping market‑leading Data & AI propositions, mentoring talented practitioners, and helping clients deliver meaningful transformation, Ensono offers the platform, culture and growth ambition to help you Do Great Things.
 
 
What you’ll be doing

Hands‑On Solutioning & Pre‑Sales

Actively lead and contribute to Data & AI solution design for complex client opportunities

Partner with Sales and Client Executives to

Shape deals from first conversation through contract close
Lead technical discovery, architecture definition, and delivery approach
Participate directly in client presentations, workshops, and executive discussions
Develop pragmatic, outcome‑focused solutions that reflect Ensono’s principles of flexibility, transparency, and modernization without disruption

Delivery Execution & Client Outcomes

Serve in active delivery roles (e.g., Data Architect, Engagement Lead, or Delivery Sponsor) on key Data & AI engagements
Remain hands‑on during execution, guiding teams through critical design decisions, delivery challenges, and client escalations
Ensure solutions are delivered to scope, quality, timeline, and commercial commitments
Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the lifecycle, not just at deal close

Practice & Commercial Leadership

Drive growth, financial performance, and success of the UK Data & AI practice
Balance billable client contribution with practice leadership
Contribute to and shape UK & global go‑to‑market offerings, assets, and accelerators
Build long‑term relationships with UK client executives and technology leaders

Global Practice Collaboration

Operate as a senior, contributing leader within Ensono’s global Data & AI practice
Align UK solutioning and delivery approaches with global standards while remaining responsive to local client needs
Leverage global delivery teams to scale execution while maintaining high quality and accountability
Share delivery lessons, innovations, and best practices across regions

Technical & Industry Leadership

Maintain deep, current hands‑on expertise across:

Modern data platforms and architectures
Advanced analytics, AI/ML, and GenAI
MLOps, model governance, and responsible AI

Set technical direction by example—leading from the front, not from the sidelines
Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for Data & AI teams

People & Capability Development

Mentor Data & AI practitioners in partnership with global teams
Develop repeatable delivery patterns and accelerators informed by real‑world delivery experience
Reinforce Ensono’s culture of ownership, pragmatism, and delivering what we commit

What you’ll bring to Ensono

12+ years’ experience of delivering data, analytics, and AI solutions
Demonstrable ability to design and deliver complex, enterprise‑scale Data & AI solutions
Proven experience supporting pre‑sales and deal shaping, including client‑facing solution leadership
Experience balancing hands‑on delivery contribution with practice or portfolio leadership
Executive‑level communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business outcomes
Deep practical experience with modern data platforms & architectures, AI/ML & GenAI delivery in production environments & Public cloud ecosystems

 
Additional Experience That Will Set You Apart

A builder and doer, not just an overseer
Comfortable moving between strategy, solutioning, and hands‑on execution
Credible with both client executives and technical practitioners
Pragmatic, outcome‑focused, and accountable
Strong alignment with Ensono’s values of expertise, flexibility, and ownership

 
Skills & Attributes for Success

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement at senior and executive levels
Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical, deliverable solutions
Confident facilitator and presenter, able to challenge thinking constructively
Strong empathy, self-awareness, highly collaborative, with the ability to influence without authority
Business and customer-oriented player with strong team orientation
Organised, adaptable, and able to operate across multiple workstreams

 
Our benefits

Highly competitive salary
Company equity participation, enabling you to share in Ensono’s long‑term growth
Annual President’s Club & recognition programmes rewarding impact & contribution
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service
Half‑day leave for your birthday
Dedicated study leave and active investment in certifications, professional development, and architectural learning
Sabbatical opportunities at 5 and 10 years’ service
1 paid charity day each year
Competitive pension scheme
Private healthcare for you and your family
Enhanced parental leave and flexible, family‑friendly policies
Life assurance and income protection
Coaching and mentoring, including access to senior architectural and consulting leaders
A wide range of wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including gym discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and more
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