Engagement Manager/Senior Engagement Manager – Data Analytics & AI

India | Data, Analytics & AI | Full-time | AI Consulting & Client Engagement

About Us

Straive is a global leader in data analytics and AI operationalization, helping enterprises embed advanced AI and data capabilities into core business workflows to deliver measurable business outcomes and ROI.

With a workforce of ~20,000 professionals serving 350+ clients across 30+ markets, Straive combines technical scale with deep domain expertise. A key differentiator is its network of over 6,000 subject matter

experts who specialize in managing and enriching complex, unstructured data enabling organizations to build AI systems grounded in accuracy, context, and business relevance.

Named a Leader in AIM's 2026 Generative AI and Data Engineering PeMa Quadrants and backed by EQT, Straive is positioned as a high-value alternative to traditional IT services providers, combining domain-led intelligence with execution at scale.

About the Role

Straive is seeking a strategic and driven Engagement Manager / Senior Engagement Manager to lead and coordinate data analytics and AI engagements for strategic enterprise clients across global markets. As a trusted AI consulting partner, this is a high-impact, client-facing role with significant exposure to senior client stakeholders and Straive leadership.

You will be responsible for translating complex business challenges into scalable AI/analytics solutions, acting as the primary bridge between business leaders and technical delivery teams. The role requires fluency in AI concepts (ML, GenAI,



LLMs) and a track record of owning end-to-end delivery. You will oversee project execution, drive account growth, manage P&L;, and shape strategic programs in an AI-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Engagement Planning & End-to-End Delivery

· Define engagement charters, delivery plans, and milestones across concurrent AI and data workstreams.

· Oversee successful execution of analytics and AI initiatives from inception to completion.

2. Client & Stakeholder Management

· Engage with CXO / VP-level stakeholders to understand objectives, constraints, and success metrics.

· Build trusted-advisor relationships, managing expectations and delivering exceptional client experiences.

3. Strategic Translation & Solutioning

· Translate unstructured client questions into clear problem statements, hypotheses, and analytical workplans.

· Develop AI roadmaps aligning with client vision and business objectives.

4. Account Growth & Business Development

· Proactively identify new opportunity areas where AI and analytics can deliver incremental value.

· Drive proposal creation, RFP responses, SOWs, and executive presentations clearly articulating business value.





Required Experience and Qualifications

· 10+ years of total professional experience across strategy consulting, analytics consulting, or technology-enabled transformation roles.

· Minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience managing and delivering data analytics, data science, and AI-driven projects.

· Proven track record of leading end-to-end AI/ML solution delivery across global enterprise clients.

· Strong fluency in AI terminology and concepts (e.g., classical AI/ML, GenAI, LLMs).

· Excellent stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated experience interfacing with C-suite and VP-level executives.

· Experience managing account-level P&L; and contributing to RFPs and business development efforts.

Recognition & Achievements

Recognized as a Star Performer in Data & AI Services Specialists - Everest's North America PEAK Matrix 2025, and as a Leader in AIM's PeMa Quadrant of Agentic AI Service Providers - 2025.

Straive enhanced its AI capabilities by acquiring Gramener in Nov 2023 and SG Analytics in June 2025. For more information, visit https://www.straive.com/

Equal Opportunity Employer

Straive is an equal chance employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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