Title:  Data & AI Transformation Manager

We are looking for a Data & AI Transformation Manager to strengthen our growing team.

In this role, you will lead complex Data & AI transformation initiatives that combine business change, operating model evolution and technology-enabled innovation. You will work closely with executive stakeholders, business teams, data professionals and technology experts to design and deliver large-scale transformations that help organizations make better decisions, improve efficiency and create new business opportunities through data and AI.

You will play a key role in translating strategic ambitions into practical transformation roadmaps and ensuring successful adoption across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Data & AI transformation programs, from strategy definition to implementation and operationalization.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams consisting of data strategists, analytics experts, data engineers, AI specialists and change professionals.
• Act as a trusted advisor to client stakeholders, including senior management and C-level executives.
• Define Data & AI transformation roadmaps, business cases and implementation approaches aligned with client objectives.
• Support clients in establishing data-driven operating models, governance frameworks and decision-making processes.
• Guide organizations through the adoption of advanced analytics, machine learning, generative AI and emerging AI technologies.
• Facilitate workshops to identify business value opportunities, use cases and transformation priorities.
• Translate business challenges into actionable Data & AI initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Oversee project delivery, quality assurance, budget management and stakeholder engagement throughout the transformation journey.
• Drive organizational change, user adoption and capability building to ensure sustainable transformation results.
• Collaborate with technology teams to align business requirements with modern data platforms, analytics solutions and AI capabilities.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies and regulatory developments within the Data & AI ecosystem.
• Contribute to business development activities, proposal writing, client presentations and thought leadership initiatives.
• Mentor and coach team members while supporting the continued growth of the Lighthouse practice.

Skills & Qualifications

• You bring at least 6 years of relevant experience in Data, Analytics, AI or digital transformation consulting.
• You have a proven track record in leading business transformation initiatives involving data management, analytics, AI or enterprise data platforms.
• You understand the full Data & AI value chain, including data strategy, governance, data quality, data architecture, business intelligence, advanced analytics and AI.
• You have experience engaging with senior stakeholders and translating business objectives into transformation programs.
• You are familiar with change management methodologies and driving adoption of new data-driven ways of working.
• You can demonstrate successful delivery of complex transformation projects involving multiple stakeholders and workstreams.
• You possess strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• You have a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset and enjoy solving complex business challenges.
• You are able to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution and delivery oversight.
• You are passionate about innovation and understand how emerging AI technologies can create business value.
• Experience with cloud data platforms, modern analytics ecosystems or AI initiatives is considered a strong asset.
• You are fluent in Dutch and English. Knowledge of French is a plus.

As a certified Top Employer we offer:

• An attractive remuneration package with a great number of extra-legal benefits (premium electric company car + charging card, net daily and monthly allowances, bonus, an iPhone with subscription, and many other benefits tailored through our cafeteria plan).
• Flexible work arrangements to ensure a healthy work-life balance and the possibility to work from anywhere 20 days per year.
• A comprehensive insurance package including group insurance with full KPMG contributions, hospitalization insurance and optional outpatient options (dental & eye care, medical consultations and registered medication).
• Career development opportunities combined with trainings based on your personal goals and aspirations.
• We care about you. With initiatives such as confidential counselors, an employee assistance program, hotlines and more, we will support your emotional and mental health throughout your career.
• An inclusive, international culture where personal growth, mutual trust and lifelong learning is fostered.
• Great team building activities and sport & wellbeing events (Brussels Marathon, Antwerp 10 Miles, 1000 kilometers for KOTK, river clean-ups, and many more…) through our Together@KPMG & KPMG Foundation programs.