Consulting Manager

Are you passionate about leveraging data and AI to drive strategic transformation? Artefact Belgium, is looking for a Consulting Manager to join our Brussels team. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-impact consulting projects at the intersection of AI, data, and business strategy while working with top-tier clients across industries.

Artefact is a next-generation consulting firm dedicated to transforming organizations through data and AI. We combine the rigor of top-tier strategy consulting with deep expertise in AI applications to help clients achieve tangible business impact. Our Belgium office advises clients on their most pressing strategic challenges : from AI strategy and governance to digital transformation roadmaps and new business model design. Our inclusive and forward-thinking culture encourages creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.

As a Consulting Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving data and AI transformation projects for our clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Defining Data & AI Strategies.
• Advising C-level executives (COMEX, marketing, digital, supply-chain, operations, IT, etc.) on data-driven strategies.
• Leading engagements in areas such as Data Strategy, AI Use Cases, Governance & Operating Models, and AI Adoption & Change Management.
• Translating business challenges into scalable AI and data solutions.

Managing Multi-Disciplinary Teams

• Leading cross-functional teams of consultants, data analysts, data scientists, and engineers to deliver impactful projects.
• Ensuring seamless collaboration between business and technical teams.
• Coaching and developing junior consultants to grow their expertise in data-driven transformation.

Driving Business Development

• Strengthening relationships with existing clients to identify new business opportunities.
• Supporting the expansion of Artefact in Brussels by contributing to client acquisition and market penetration.
• Crafting compelling proposals and responses to RFPs.

Delivering High-Impact Projects

• Structuring problem-solving approaches for business challenges.
• Managing the end-to-end delivery of consulting engagements, from strategy definition to implementation.
• Ensuring the successful adoption of data and AI solutions by client teams.

Contributing to Thought Leadership & Internal Growth

• Becoming an expert in one or more areas (AI Strategy, Data Governance, AI for Finance, Data Marketing, etc.).
• Developing and delivering trainings for both internal teams and clients.
• Representing Artefact at industry events and contributing to thought leadership initiatives (articles, whitepapers, webinars, etc.).
• Supporting internal initiatives such as recruitment, knowledge management, and innovation.

•  4+ years of experience in a consulting firm, with a focus on data, AI, or digital transformation.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to link data and AI solutions to measurable business outcomes.
• Experience in managing teams, mentoring junior consultants, and fostering collaboration across disciplines.
• Ability to identify and develop business opportunities through client interactions.
• Passion for data and AI, with a continuous learning mindset.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills in English and French or Dutch.
• Proficiency in Google Suite / Microsoft Office.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation aligned with your profile and experience.
• Hands-on exposure to real client challenges from day one, working alongside experienced strategy and data/AI practitioners.
• Regular training in both strategy consulting methodologies and AI/data capabilities, combined with international exposure across Artefact's global network.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture of doers — innovative, fast-moving, and committed to supporting each other's growth.

At Artefact Belgium, we value curiosity, motivation, and potential above all else. Don't worry if you don't tick every box — if you're excited about building a career at the frontier of strategy and AI, we'd love to hear from you