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We are seeking a commercially astute Technical Pre-Sales & Engagement Manager with deep expertise in Enterprise Data Management. This role sits at the intersection of delivery excellence and opportunity creation. While not a sales position, the individual must possess strong pre-sales capability, able to shape solutions, identify expansion opportunities, and naturally generate revenue through trusted advisory relationships. The successful candidate will combine technical depth in data management with the ability to engage senior stakeholders, uncover new business needs, and translate them into structured proposals and Statements of Work. You will own the end-to-end engagement lifecycle, from solution shaping and proposal support through to successful delivery and account growth.
Job Responsibility:
Partner with Account Managers to shape and scope new opportunities within existing and prospective clients
Identify and pursue expansion opportunities across data management, analytics, digital and adjacent capabilities
Lead solution workshops and discovery sessions to define client requirements
Develop compelling proposals, effort estimates and Statements of Work
Provide technical credibility in client discussions, positioning EXL’s Data Management capabilities effectively
Support RFP/RFI responses with structured solution architecture and commercial input
Drive growth within assigned accounts through consultative engagement, not transactional selling
Build trusted advisor relationships with senior stakeholders
Conduct periodic business reviews demonstrating measurable business value
Strategically engage client executives to identify further transformation opportunities
Translate complex data challenges into actionable solution roadmaps
Oversee successful delivery aligned to contractual obligations and EXL methodologies
Manage scope, budget, forecasts, change requests and engagement risks
Ensure alignment between technical leads, delivery teams and client expectations
Develop corrective action plans for underperforming engagements
Define and track engagement KPIs and success metrics
Facilitate structured stakeholder communication and executive reporting
Partner with Delivery Enablement and Resource Management to staff engagements
Manage invoicing, revenue forecasting and margin oversight with Finance
Support recruitment of consulting resources through interview and assessment
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, IT or equivalent professional experience
10+ years’ experience in Enterprise Data Management, BI/DW and data platform implementations
10+ years’ domain experience in Diversified Industries
Strong technical foundation across data integration, SQL platforms and enterprise data architecture
Demonstrable pre-sales experience including solution shaping, proposal development and client presentations
Experience translating technical solutions into commercial engagement structures
4 plus years in technical architecture, solution design or project leadership
Nice to have:
Proven ability to identify and develop new opportunities within existing accounts
Experience supporting net new client pursuits
Comfortable leading technical presentations and workshops with senior executives
Strong estimation, scoping and deal structuring capability
Ability to balance delivery integrity with commercial growth
Deep understanding of enterprise data management frameworks
Experience with Master Data Management, Data Governance and data quality solutions
Knowledge of leading EDM tools and their relative strengths and limitations
Ability to architect scalable, pragmatic data solutions
Experience managing cross-functional teams of 5 to 20 consultants
Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies
Ability to manage complex dependencies and mitigate risk
Strong analytical and structured problem solving capability
Commercially aware but delivery-focused
Credible technical authority in data management
Consultative and relationship driven
Structured thinker with strong executive communication
Able to operate independently and influence across functions
What we offer:
A competitive salary with a generous bonus
Private healthcare
Critical illness life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Income protection insurance
A rewarding pension
Everyday financial well-being solutions, such as cash back cards
Cycle Scheme where you can save money on bikes and cycling accessories
Wide range of professional and personal development opportunities