AI & Data Associate Director (Public Sector)

Join Accenture and help shape the future of AI in Aotearoa New Zealand

We are looking for a strong AI & Data professional to join our growing team in Wellington. This role focuses on working with public sector clients to drive AI adoption deliver data-driven solutions and bring innovative thinking to complex challenges.

You will play a key role in translating Accentures global AI capabilities into meaningful outcomes for local clients helping them unlock value through data analytics and emerging technologies.

What youll do

• Engage with public sector clients to understand business challenges and identify AI and data-driven opportunities

• Support the design and delivery of AI data and analytics solutions aligned to client needs

• Translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused insights and recommendations

• Contribute to solution architecture implementation and adoption of AI capabilities

• Bring Accentures global AI Data & H&PS (Health & Public Services) offerings and assets into local client engagements

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Digital Core and Industry & Enterprise

• Support business development activities including proposals client presentations and thought leadership

• Build trusted relationships with key stakeholders and act as a credible advisor in client discussions

What were looking for

• Proven experience in AI data and analytics (e.g. AI/ML data platforms data strategy or analytics delivery)

• Experience working with or within the public sector is highly desirable

• Strong understanding of AI adoption implementation and/or solution architecture

• Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and translate technical concepts into business value

• Experience delivering end-to-end data or AI solutions in complex environments

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Exposure to modern data and AI ecosystems (e.g. cloud platforms data engineering ML tools)

Bonus points if you have

• Experience supporting large-scale transformation or government programs

• Knowledge of Health & Public Services (H&PS) domain

• Experience in pre-sales business development or client-facing consulting roles

Whats in it for you

• Work at the forefront of AI and data innovation in New Zealands public sector

• Access to Accentures global AI capabilities assets and thought leadership

• Opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and senior client stakeholders

• A collaborative inclusive and high-performing team environment

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

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