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# Practice Director, Digital & AI at Ensono

- **Company:** Ensono
- **Location:** United Kingdom
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-04-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://ensono.com/company/careers/jobs-board/?gh_jid=4687267005

## Job description

Who are we?

At Ensono, our purpose is to be a relentless ally to our clients — disrupting the status quo and enabling them to Do Great Things.

As a trusted technology adviser and managed services provider, we partner with organisations to navigate continuous change and unlock value through modernisation and innovation. Our services span private and public cloud, infrastructure and datacentre transformation, data, identity & access management, mainframe, Power systems, application modernisation and cloud‑native platforms.

Headquartered in the US and backed by private equity, Ensono continues to grow year‑on‑year, with a strong and expanding presence across the UK and Europe. We work with some of the most complex and demanding organisations, helping them deliver meaningful, large‑scale transformation.

## About the role

We are looking for a high‑impact Consulting Practice Director to lead and grow Ensono’s UK Data & AI practice—shaping our go‑to‑market strategy, building a high‑performing team, and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.

Working closely with New Client Engagement Directors, Consulting Leaders and Sales teams, you will shape and secure strategic Data & AI opportunities—from first conversation through contract close—bringing the credibility to engage client executives and the hands‑on expertise to define winning, deliverable solutions.

You will partner with senior business and IT stakeholders to build transformation roadmaps and propositions that align to business objectives, operating models and long‑term value—balancing innovation in AI/GenAI with strong data foundations, governance and responsible delivery.

As Practice Director, you will be accountable for the growth and performance of the UK Data & AI practice, including pipeline, revenue and margin. You will help scale delivery through repeatable offerings and global collaboration, while remaining close to delivery as an escalation point and sponsor on key engagements.

Success in this role comes from building trusted executive relationships, leading from the front, and combining commercial acumen with pragmatic, hands‑on delivery leadership. If you are excited by shaping market‑leading Data & AI propositions, mentoring talented practitioners, and helping clients deliver meaningful transformation, Ensono offers the platform, culture and growth ambition to help you Do Great Things.

## What you’ll be doing

- Hands‑On Solutioning & Pre‑Sales
- Actively lead and contribute to Data & AI solution design for complex client opportunities
- Partner with Sales and Client Executives to:
- Shape deals from first conversation through contract close
- Lead technical discovery, architecture definition, and delivery approach
- Participate directly in client presentations, workshops, and executive discussions
- Develop pragmatic, outcome‑focused solutions that reflect Ensono’s principles of flexibility, transparency, and modernization without disruption
- Delivery Execution & Client Outcomes
- Serve in active delivery roles (e.g., Data Architect, Engagement Lead, or Delivery Sponsor) on key Data & AI engagements
- Remain hands‑on during execution, guiding teams through critical design decisions, delivery challenges, and client escalations
- Ensure solutions are delivered to scope, quality, timeline, and commercial commitments
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout the lifecycle, not just at deal close
- Practice & Commercial Leadership
- Drive growth, financial performance, and success of the UK Data & AI practice
- Balance billable client contribution with practice leadership responsibilities
- Contribute to and shape UK & global go‑to‑market offerings, assets, and accelerators
- Build long‑term relationships with UK client executives and technology leaders
- Global Practice Collaboration
- Operate as a senior, contributing leader within Ensono’s global Data & AI practice
- Align UK solutioning and delivery approaches with global standards while remaining responsive to local client needs
- Leverage global delivery teams to scale execution while maintaining high quality and accountability
- Share delivery lessons, innovations, and best practices across regions
- Technical & Industry Leadership
- Maintain deep, current hands‑on expertise across:
- Modern data platforms and architectures
- Advanced analytics, AI/ML, and GenAI
- MLOps, model governance, and responsible AI
- Set technical direction by example—leading from the front, not from the sidelines
- Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for Data & AI teams
- People & Capability Development
- Mentor Data & AI practitioners in partnership with global teams
- Develop repeatable delivery patterns and accelerators informed by real‑world delivery experience
- Reinforce Ensono’s culture of ownership, pragmatism, and delivering what we commit

## What you’ll bring to Ensono

- 12+ years’ experience of delivering data, analytics, and AI solutions
- Demonstrable ability to design and deliver complex, enterprise‑scale Data & AI solutions
- Proven experience supporting pre‑sales and deal shaping, including client‑facing solution leadership
- Experience balancing hands‑on delivery contribution with practice or portfolio leadership
- Executive‑level communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business outcomes
- Deep practical experience with modern data platforms & architectures, AI/ML & GenAI delivery in production environments & Public cloud ecosystems

Additional Experience That Will Set You Apart

- A builder and doer, not just an overseer
- Comfortable moving between strategy, solutioning, and hands‑on execution
- Credible with both client executives and technical practitioners
- Pragmatic, outcome‑focused, and accountable
- Strong alignment with Ensono’s values of expertise, flexibility, and ownership

## Skills & Attributes for Success

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement at senior and executive levels
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical, deliverable solutions
- Confident facilitator and presenter, able to challenge thinking constructively
- Strong empathy, self-awareness, highly collaborative, with the ability to influence without authority
- Business and customer-oriented player with strong team orientation
- Organised, adaptable, and able to operate across multiple workstreams

Our benefits

- Highly competitive salary
- Company equity participation, enabling you to share in Ensono’s long‑term growth
- Annual President’s Club & recognition programmes rewarding impact & contribution
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service
- Half‑day leave for your birthday
- Dedicated study leave and active investment in certifications, professional development, and architectural learning
- Sabbatical opportunities at 5 and 10 years’ service
- 1 paid charity day each year
- Competitive pension scheme
- Private healthcare for you and your family
- Enhanced parental leave and flexible, family‑friendly policies
- Life assurance and income protection
- Coaching and mentoring, including access to senior architectural and consulting leaders
- A wide range of wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including gym discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and more

## About Ensono

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Ensono is a managed IT services provider specializing in mainframe modernization, hybrid cloud migration and management, and AI enablement for Fortune 500 enterprises.
- **Entity Type**: Private
- **Headquarters**: Downers Grove, Illinois, USA
- **Founded**: 2015 (spun off from a larger entity; celebrated 10 years in 2025)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (formed as a spin-off/private equity-backed entity)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: IT Services & Consulting, Managed Cloud Services, Mainframe Modernization
- **Target customers**: B2B Enterprise; specifically Fortune 500 companies in highly regulated sectors including Financial Services, Insurance, Healthcare, Public Sector, Retail, and Manufacturing
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "To be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo, enabling our clients to do great things" [ensono.com](https://www.ensono.com/company/about-us/)

## Products & Services
- **Mainframe Modernization**: Services to modernize legacy mainframe environments, including migration to cloud (Azure, AWS) and modernization of workloads.
- **Cloud Migration + Managed Cloud**: Consulting and managed services for migrating to and operating within hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Microsoft Azure).
- **Data + AI**: Predictive analytics and AI/ML services to turn data into business outcomes.
- **Managed IT Services**: Ongoing infrastructure management, security, and operations for enterprise IT environments.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric (Total Funding/Revenue)**: Revenue is not publicly disclosed. The company is backed by private equity (Kohlberg & Company is a known investor).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Kohlberg & Company (private equity); AWS (Premier Managed Service, Consulting, and Mainframe Modernization Partner); Microsoft Azure (2020 Azure Partner of the Year); IBM (multiple Challenge Coin awards); Kong (award-winning partnership with Pay.UK) [ensono.com](https://www.ensono.com/)
- **Growth Signals**: Named a "Top 15 managed services growth company"; celebrated 10 years of progress in January 2026; appointed Alisdair Wright as Managing Director of Europe in January 2026; won a Kong Innovation Award for a fraud prevention platform with Pay.UK in December 2025 [ensono.com](https://www.ensono.com/insights-and-news/newsroom-and-press/ensono-celebrates-10-years-of-progress-transforming-the-future-of-modern-services/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Mainframe expertise**: Recognized as an ISG leader in Mainframe-as-a-Service, Mainframe Modernization, and Mainframe Operations — a rare and deep specialization.
- **Hyperscaler partnerships**: Premier partner status with both AWS and Microsoft Azure, offering multi-cloud flexibility.
- **"Relentless ally" model**: Positions itself as a transparent, flexible partner rather than a vendor, with a focus on long-term client relationships.
- **Highly regulated industry focus**: Deep expertise in compliance-heavy sectors (finance, insurance, healthcare, government) which creates high switching costs.
- **Associate Equity Program**: All associates are offered equity through the Associate Equity Appreciation Program (AEAP), aligning employee and company success [ensono.com](https://www.ensono.com/company/careers/).

## Strategic Focus
- **Hybrid cloud & mainframe modernization**: Helping clients bridge legacy systems with modern cloud architectures.
- **AI enablement**: Turning data into actionable insights via AI/ML, a key growth vector.
- **European expansion**: Recent appointment of a Managing Director for Europe signals geographic growth.
- **Talent development**: Investing in the "Ensono Academies" to develop next-gen tech leaders and the "Fellows Program" to retain expert technologists in non-managerial executive roles.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: High employee engagement (92% overall engagement in a Gallup survey with 91% participation rate). Core values: Honesty, Reliability, Curiosity, Collaboration, Passion [ensono.com](https://www.ensono.com/company/culture/).
- **Work model**: "Global-first organization" with physical offices in Europe, India, and the United States, plus remote workforce concentrations. Remote, hybrid, and office-based roles available globally.
- **Perks**: Health and benefits from day one; paid volunteer days; Associate Equity Appreciation Program (AEAP); Ensono University for continuous learning; recognition and award programs.
- **Engineering culture**: Focus on innovation without requiring management responsibilities through the "Fellows Program" (Technical Fellow Career Path). IBM Champions are recognized and celebrated within the company.
- **DEI & Community**: Associate Community Groups (Culture Clubs), Ensono Women Connected initiative, global charity programs, and sustainability commitments.
- **Growth**: Strong emphasis on internal mobility and career development via "Ensono Academies" and ongoing learning.

## Sources
1. [ensono.com](https://www.ensono.com/)
2. [ensono.com - About Us](https://www.ensono.com/company/about-us/)
3. [ensono.com - Careers & Culture](https://www.ensono.com/company/careers/)
4. [ensono.com - Company Culture](https://www.ensono.com/company/culture/)
5. [ensono.com - Jobs Board](https://www.ensono.com/company/careers/jobs-board/)
6. [ensono.com - Newsroom (10 Year Anniversary)](https://www.ensono.com/insights-and-news/newsroom-and-press/ensono-celebrates-10-years-of-progress-transforming-the-future-of-modern-services/)
7. [ensono.com - Newsroom (Kong Innovation Award)](https://www.ensono.com/insights-and-news/newsroom-and-press/ensono-wins-kong-innovation-award-for-fraud-prevention-platform-with-pay-uk/)
8. [ensono.com - Newsroom (Europe MD Appointment)](https://www.ensono.com/insights-and-news/newsroom-and-press/ensono-appoints-alisdair-wright-as-managing-director-of-europe/)

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