We are looking for a dynamic, proven Senior Data Manager with at least 10 years of experience in data leadership roles, to join our Management team. This is a high-impact, front-facing, leadership role responsible for delivering complex, large-scale, data projects for our clients and managing the Clear Strategy team assigned to those projects.
Consulting experience is essential for this role, ideally with prior exposure to the Irish market. You will be the trusted advisor to the client, ensuring delivery excellence, client satisfaction and long-term partnership. You will also lead, inspire and grow the internal team, taking full ownership of project oversight, resourcing, team culture and performance outcomes.
Essential Criteria
• 10+ years in data management, with 5+ years at a senior leadership level
• Led cross-functional data teams, across engineering, analytics, or governance
• Owned delivery of enterprise data platforms, pipelines, or complex data solutions
• Proven track record of stakeholder management at C-level or director level
• Deep knowledge of modern data architectures (e.g. cloud data platforms, data lakes . . .)
• Comfortable leading in fast-paced environments
• Strong grasp of data governance, quality, privacy regulations (e.g. GDPR, DQ frameworks)
• Experience managing budgets, vendor contracts, or project portfolios
• Able to context-switch rapidly, deliver under pressure, and prioritise without supervision
• This is a Dublin-based Hybrid role
Clear Strategy is a fast-growing Data Product and Services company, working with ambitious organisations to unlock the value of their data. We deliver strategic advisory consulting, data platform solutions, governance frameworks, and advanced analytics for a diverse range of clients across sectors. We pride ourselves on our people-first culture, our collaborative approach, and our ability to make complex data challenges simple and actionable.
Why Join Clear Strategy?
• Be part of a people-focused, high-growth company where your impact matters.
• Lead flagship projects and shape the future of client engagement and delivery.
• Work with talented, collaborative colleagues who support and challenge each other.
• Enjoy flexible working, autonomy, and a culture that values authenticity and growth
• 10+ years’ experience in a consulting, delivery, or client-facing leadership role
• Proven track record of leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects to successful outcomes
• Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of project resourcing, billing, and profitability
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trust and manage escalation effectively
• Experience leading, mentoring, and motivating high-performing teams
• A forward-thinking, strategic mindset with the ability to balance big-picture goals and day-to-day detail
• Exceptional communication, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in the data, analytics, AI or technology sector highly desirable