Life Sciences Data Management, AVP (MDM/DGov)

Position Summary Join our AI & Engineering team in transforming technology platforms, driving innovation, and helping make a significant impact on our clients' success. You’ll work alongside talented professionals reimagining and re-engineering operations and processes that are critical to businesses. Your contributions can help clients improve financial performance, accelerate new digital ventures, and fuel growth through innovation. AI & Engineering leverages cutting-edge engineering capabilities to build, deploy, and operate integrated/verticalized sector solutions in software, data, AI, network, and hybrid cloud infrastructure. These solutions are powered by engineering for business advantage, transforming mission-critical operations. We enable clients to stay ahead with the latest advancements by transforming engineering teams and modernizing technology & data platforms. Our delivery models are tailored to meet each client's unique requirements. Recruiting for this role ends on 11/30/2026. Position Summary Deloitte is seeking a visionary and results-oriented professional to lead our Life Sciences Commercial Operations practice, specializing in trusted customer data and cutting-edge, AI-powered solutions for commercial operations (specializing in Customer MDM data structures (Reltio, Informatica, etc.), HCP/HCO and affiliation data, CRM (Veeva, Salesforce) data knowledge, IQVIA data structures (TRx, NRx, DDD, etc.), claims data, specialty pharma data, data governance, data quality, Customer 360, etc.). This strategic role demands a deep understanding of the life sciences industry, combined with expertise in master data management, data governance, and AI to ensure that Dynamic targeting, Segmentation, Call Planning, Brand planning, and Business Intelligence run on accurate, connected, and well-governed customer data. The Associate Vice President will be responsible for developing and executing our go-to-market strategy, leading client engagements, building high-performing teams, and fostering innovation within the practice. Work you’ll do As an Associate Vice President, AI and Data Solutions on the AI & Data team, you will be responsible for: Leading Customer MDM and Data Governance engagements for Life Sciences / Pharma clients, with emphasis on trusted customer data foundations for Commercial AI, analytics, and digital enablement.Shaping and delivering MDM-enabled use cases across Customer 360, account-based selling, HCP/HCO affiliations, dynamic targeting, segmentation, call planning, brand planning, and sales and marketing optimization.Defining enterprise customer data strategy and target-state architecture across Customer MDM platforms (Reltio, Informatica, etc.), CRM (Veeva, Salesforce), and IQVIA, claims, and specialty pharma data sources.Establishing data governance operating models, including ownership, stewardship, policies, standards, data quality metrics, and issue management.Advising clients on MDM platform selection, operating model implications, business value, roadmap sequencing, and adoption considerations for AI-enabled transformation.Working across strategy, product, data, engineering, and client stakeholder groups to define solution approach and delivery plans.Supporting broader AI & Data pursuits and engagements across Life Sciences when needed.Leading engagement planning, budgeting, staffing, and team mobilization for MDM and data governance initiatives.Defining deliverable structure and content; managing quality, timelines, economics, and engagement risk.Managing day-to-day interactions with executive clients and sponsors and facilitating buy-in for proposed solutions.Leading business development activities, including client relationship development, pursuit leadership, proposal development, and pricing strategy input.Coaching and developing practitioners through counseling, staffing input, recruitment, retention, and delivery team leadership.Leading workshops, executive presentations, and stakeholder sessions.Mentoring junior practitioners and contributing to practice, offering, and go-to-market development. A successful candidate would possess these skills: Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a teamEffective written and verbal communication skillsMeticulous attention to detail and quality of work productAbility to build and sustain professional relationships Ability to lead projects or workstreamsAbility to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentStrong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others The team Our AI & Data practice offers comprehensive solutions for designing, developing, and operating advanced Data and AI platforms, products, insights, and services. We help clients innovate, enhance, and manage their data, AI, and analytics capabilities, ensuring they can grow and scale effectively. Qualifications Required: 8+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture, master data management, data governance, data strategy, and digital transformation6+ years of experience in Life Sciences commercial data and transformation projects6+ years of experience with Customer MDM platforms (Reltio, Informatica, etc.) and Life Sciences commercial data and platforms, such as CRM (Veeva, Salesforce), IQVIA data (TRx, NRx, DDD, etc.), claims data, and specialty pharma data4+ years of experience designing and implementing data governance operating models and frameworks, including data stewardship and data quality4+ years of experience leading, managing, and delivering complex technology engagements, with resources in multiple locations4+ years of experience shaping executive-level conversations and providing strategic advice, including selling and solutioning data analytics professional services deals4+ years of experience with the sales cycle by helping frame client opportunities and participating in pursuit teams, including creating proposal content for client discussionsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or Artificial IntelligenceAbility to travel up to 50% on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serveLimited immigration sponsorship may be available Preferred Experience with cloud computing platforms, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Experience with Veeva Network / OpenData or IQVIA reference data sourcesExperience leading executive presentations and client workshops for technical and non-technical audiencesExperience developing proposals or solution materials for data and analytics professional services engagementsExperience creating client-facing materials for workshops and interactive sessionsAdvanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or Artificial Intelligence The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $171,600 to $383,300. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. Deloitte is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruiting process, please direct your inquiries to the Global Call Center (GCC) at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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