S&C GN - TS&T – AI & Data Strategy - Senior Manager

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Tech Transformation delivery leader– Associate Director Join our team in Technology Strategy & Transformation for an exciting career opportunity to drive large-scale complex AI led Technology Transformation programmes for our most strategic clients across the globe. You will lead the execution of enterprise-wide transformation initiatives that drive strategic business outcomes, operational excellence, and sustainable value creation across Technology Modernization, AI Enterprise Transformation, M&A and Enterprise Agility pillars. Practice: Technology Strategy & Transformation, Global Network Areas of Work: Tech Transformation delivery leader Level: Associate Director Location: Bangalore/Gurugram/Mumbai/Pune/Chennai/Kolkata/Hyderabad Years of Exp: 17+ years Explore an Exciting Career at Accenture Do you thrive on leading complex transformations, improving SDLC using AI, Mainframe Modernisation, Data & AI, building domain driven Architecture and high-stakes transformation programmes? Are you a delivery leader who is passionate about complex Technology Delivery and helping CIOs, CTOs and business executives drive technology change that delivers real commercial outcomes? Are you passionate about being part of an inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture? If yes, this is the right opportunity for you. Join Accenture Technology Strategy & Transformation practice and lead and deliver complex, high-value transformation portfolios for global clients. Working at C-suite level, you will take Revenue (P&L) accountability for accounts and portfolios, managing budgets from $5M to $30M, scaling delivery organisations, and ensuring transformation investments generate lasting revenue and business value. You will govern multi-programme portfolios, drive commercial growth, and serve as a trusted strategic advisor on delivery and transformation at the highest levels of client organisations. The Practice – A Brief Sketch Technology Strategy & Transformation Practice is a part of Digital Core Reinvention Partner and focuses on our clients’ most strategic priorities. We help clients achieve growth and efficiency through technology transformation initiatives, aimed at modernising delivery, improving operational performance and generating measurable enterprise value. We provide you with a strong learning environment, deep-rooted in Technology Strategy, large-scale programme delivery and business transformation, where you will work with key global clients to drive the next evolution of enterprise technology change. As part of this high-performing team, you will lead organisations through complex transformation journeys — from translating transformation vision into measurable business outcomes through disciplined execution across global teams, functions, and delivery partners. This is a delivery leadership role with direct accountability for transformation outcomes These are some of the initiatives you will support: Enterprise Transformation Portfolio Leadership: Own and lead a portfolio of strategic transformation initiatives aligned to enterprise priorities and growth objectives, ensure transformation programs deliver measurable business outcomes, operational improvements, customer impact, and financial value. End-to-End Delivery Accountability: Assume full accountability for transformation execution from mobilization through implementation, stabilization, and value realization — including complex systems implementation, Mainframe Modernisation, and cloud-native migration programmes, lead multiple concurrent, large-scale transformation programs with significant organizational, operational, and technology complexity. Revenue Management and Financial Governance: Carry P&L accountability for accounts and portfolios with budgets of $5M–$30M; manage actuals, forecasts, margin protection, revenue recognition and commercial change control; identify and drive revenue growth opportunities and account expansions AI & Intelligent Transformation Leadership: Lead and manage scaled deployment of Agentic AI, Generative AI, automation, and digital workforce solutions as part of enterprise transformation programs, establish governance, risk management, and adoption frameworks for responsible deployment of AI-enabled transformation initiatives. Integration and Dependency Management: Govern complex multi-programme integration across internal teams, client stakeholders and third-party vendors; manage interdependencies, interface points, data migration streams and system integration programmes to ensure coherent, risk-managed portfolio delivery; lead cloud-native and API-led architecture transitions within delivery programmes Value Realisation and Benefits Framework: Track measurable transformation outcomes across the portfolio — cost reduction, revenue growth, operational efficiency, risk reduction and speed-to-market; report on value delivered at board level Global Delivery Leadership: Act as a trusted partner to C-suite executives and senior business leaders, lead executive governance forums and transformation steering committees, communicate complex delivery and business challenges clearly, providing actionable recommendations and mitigation strategies. Executive Stakeholder Leadership: Shape CxO narratives, transformation roadmaps and investment choices at portfolio level; advise on vendor strategy and scale-up plans; lead deal-shaping and account growth, representing Accenture externally and contributing to practice development and market offerings Role SummaryAs Delivery Lead Associate Director, you are accountable for the overall delivery performance of an account or portfolio of transformation programmes with budgets of $5M–$30M. You will lead high-impact delivery for programs on a scale, carry P&L accountability, and align outcomes to strategic client objectives. You will engage at C-suite level, govern Senior Manager delivery leads, drive revenue management and commercial growth, embed continuous improvement, and make decisions that carry major, lasting impact across the organisation. Key Responsibilities·Own delivery accountability across an account or portfolio of programmes;·Define and enforce portfolio-level delivery standards, governance frameworks, and quality controls; lead the introduction and embedment of Agile delivery models, CICD practices and modern ways of working within client organisations.·Lead executive-level governance forums and Steering Committees; act as executive delivery sponsor with the client.·Manage relationships at C-suite and board level; act as a trusted strategic advisor on delivery and transformation.·Drive Agentic AI-powered transformation; articulate and demonstrate prior experience using Agentic AI in transformation contexts to clients and internal stakeholders, building confidence and adoption.·Accountability for the account P&L; manage budgets of $5M–$30M, protect margin, drive revenue recognition and pursue revenue growth opportunities.·Shape and negotiate commercial terms; manage material changes to contract scope and commercial structure.·Manage and facilitate the governance of large programs comprising 50-150+ FTEs including mentoring and coaching people in the programs.·Manage risk, escalation decisions, and demand/supply balance across the portfolio.·Lead identification and scaling of continuous improvement and delivery innovation initiatives across the portfolio.·Lead deal-shaping and proposal strategy for significant account expansions and new pursuits.·Represent Accenture externally; contribute to practice development, capability strategy, and market offerings. What We're Looking For·17–20 years’ total experience; 3–5 years proven experience managing and delivering complex portfolio of transformation programmes with budgets of $5M–$30M.·Proven ability to govern complex, multi-programme transformation portfolios in a large global services environment, with direct accountability for delivery, revenue and commercial outcomes.·Demonstra