Careers

Eighty20 is a leading data driven consumer analytics and research business. We are passionate about helping our clients use data properly to create value, by leveraging our unique combination of strategic consulting services and data products. We help businesses to better understand and engage with their customers to deliver value.

Our clients include large banks and retailers, who trust us to set up cloud-based solutions to help maximise value from their marketing, loyalty, campaigning and other customer-focussed initiatives. Our broad offering and industry leading toolsets enable our clients to develop winning data strategies that deliver tangible value quickly.

We are looking for a Senior Consultant/ Engagement Manager to join our team. The role will offer you the opportunity to be a thought leader, utilise your problem-solving skills, develop new client relationships and oversee workstream teams. The candidate should have sound interpersonal and communication skills, be able to guide the prioritisation of projects/deliverables and manage delivery in line with agreed deadlines to meet the needs of clients.

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in management consulting
• Capabilities in strategy, data analytics or modelling (financial or statistical) experience
• Relevant qualification – minimum bachelor’s degree
• Actuarial science, finance, engineering, or equivalent degrees are beneficial
• Comfortable with presenting to executives
• Ability to build and develop client relationships
• Ability to provide teams with technical and methodological guidance
• Excellent people skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Independent worker, limited supervision required
• Flexibility to work on a wide range of projects
• Preference for candidates with experience in developing and managing teams
• Off-site work is required
• Highly proficient in Excel
• Sound financial modelling capability
• Strong project management skills
• Experience in banking, retail and loyalty beneficial
• Database experience e.g., SQL, MySQL is beneficial

Responsibilities (Include, but not limited to)

• Delivering results:
  • Problem framing
  • Problem solving and solution design – structured approach to problem solving
  • Financial modelling – DCF modelling capabilities
  • Data analytics – knowledge and experience with data analysis tools
  • Peer review technical work – attention to detail, lateral thinking for stress-testing results
  • Structured communications
  • Presenting to clients
• Engagement Management
  • Project Management – overall Project success (within time, budget, scope & quality)
  • Client Relationships – good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Team Collaboration – ensure that the team works well together to deliver result
• Building the Firm
  • Team and people development – Provide guidance and support to Analysts
  • Knowledge sharing and continual improvement – growing IP base
  • Thought leadership – Show originality and creativity in thought and solutions
• Sales
  • Identify upselling opportunities
  • Building proposals for opportunities identified

Application

Eighty20 is a leading data driven consumer analytics and research business. We are passionate about helping our clients use data properly to create value, by leveraging our unique combination of strategic consulting services and data products. We help businesses to better understand and engage with their customers to deliver value.Our clients include large banks and retailers, who trust us to set up cloud-based solutions to help maximise value from their marketing, loyalty, campaigning and other customer-focussed initiatives. Our broad offering and industry leading toolsets enable our clients to develop winning data strategies that deliver tangible value quickly.

We are looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team. The role will offer you the opportunity to be a thought leader, utilise your problem-solving skills, develop new client relationships and oversee workstream teams. The candidate should have sound interpersonal and communication skills, be able to guide the prioritisation of projects/deliverables and manage delivery in line with agreed deadlines to meet the needs of clients. The general purpose of the Business Development Manager role is to drive the growth and profitability (full Profit & Loss responsibilities which will enable the achievement of business objectives.

• Strong Sales & Marketing management capability.
• Ability to establish vision and think strategically, and to drive a strategic focus within the Sales & Marketing function
• Strong Business Acumen
• Excellent customer focus
• Advanced entrepreneurial, innovation skills and negotiation skills
• Effective organisational skills
• Ability to influence people at all levels, with an ability to drive the outcome of decisions at the senior most levels in customer organisations
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills at all levels and forums
• Proven track record of setting strategy and translating it into actionable plans
• Tertiary qualifications mandatory (Bachelor’s Degree at least) in Sales & Marketing or related business discipline.
• MBA qualifications would be highly regarded.

Responsibilities (Include, but not limited to)

• Maintain full commercial responsibility for ensuring relevant sales targets are met.
• Establish sales goals and objectives for the business, and develop the annual strategic business plans, which will deliver growth, gain in market share, increased profitability and operational improvement.
•  Develop specific growth strategies for key target markets across the business.

• Develop annual sales budgets which achieve agreed Profit & Loss goals.
• Assess the potential of new market opportunities. In conjunction with key customers, evaluate customers’ unmet needs in the market, market size & trends, competitive environment, substitute technologies, competitive advantage, and financial implications. Lead efforts to develop these opportunities into new business, including negotiating partnerships and alliances.
• Ensure profitable and effective management of the Data Portal.
• Manage the development and implementation of sales & marketing plans for agreed target markets in relation to sales strategies, product range, pricing, margins, market positioning, advertising & promotion, etc.
• Develop, implement and maintain service & support programs that position Eighty20 as a valued partner.
• Identify opportunities for brand building, and thereby growing the business, through ensuring the Sales & Marketing works closely with key customers to develop creative marketing initiatives and product solutions.
• Develop strong, effective relationships with key business alliances to drive opportunities for growth within current markets, while creatively looking at new business development initiatives.
• Upping the level and frequency of strategic customer engagement at executive level / top to top
• Successfully stretching the business and brand into new channels and product categories

Job Summary:

We’re hiring for a client – a leading global business – seeking an innovative and experienced Technology Manager to shape and deliver their tech strategy.

This role is pivotal in shaping and implementing the technology strategy across the following pillars:

• Research and Knowledge Development
• Editorial and Knowledge Development
• Digital Storytelling and Design
• Digital Publishing and Operations

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a passion for innovation—particularly in the AI space. They should be equally comfortable with hands-on implementation and high-level planning, and able to communicate effectively with both technical experts and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technology strategy
• Develop and implement technology strategies aligned with our strategic and operational goals.
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, especially in AI and data, to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Balance bold exploration with business pragmatism—solutions must be scalable, sustainable, and appropriate for a highly practical environment.
• Lead the AI Special Interest Group: facilitate meetings, identify high-impact use cases, and guide responsible implementation.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Lives and breathes tech – you’re curious and passionate about emerging technologies and love finding real-world applications for them.
• Has a strong aptitude for implementation, not just ideation.
• Understands how to navigate complexity—driven and energized, yet realistic about the institutional realities and decision-making dynamics of an organisation.
• Can push the envelope while remaining pragmatic and realistic about what will work in our context.

2. Stakeholder engagement
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop technology solutions that meet their business objectives.
• Serve as the primary technology liaison between internal teams and external partners.

3. Project management
• Oversee technology initiatives from conception to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.
• Anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies.

4. Vendor management
• Evaluate and manage relationships with technology vendors and partners.
• Negotiate contracts to ensure optimal value and performance.

5. Compliance & governance
• Ensure compliance with data security, privacy regulations, and industry standards.
• Oversee IT functions, including tooling, software, hardware, and security measures.

6. Documentation & training
• Maintain thorough documentation for all technology systems, processes, and tools.
• Train and support staff to maximize effective use of available technologies.

7. Data management & analytics
• Data engineering: design, build, and maintain data pipelines and tooling to support robust analytics and reporting. Apply best practices for data modeling, transformation, and integration.

• Database administration: manage performance tuning, indexing, backup and recovery, and ensure high availability and data integrity.
• Access & governance: oversee data onboarding, user access, and chain-of-custody protocols to ensure secure and compliant data handling.
• Continuously evolve the data infrastructure to support both operational efficiency and exploratory research.

8. Technical proficiency
• Proficient in SQL; working knowledge of Python and/or R is a plus.
• Experienced in working with APIs and integrating various platforms.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Flourish) and design environments.

9. Budget management
• Oversee budgets for tech-related projects and tools.
• Ensure efficient use of resources and budget alignment with strategic goals.

10. Reporting
• Deliver regular updates on project progress, KPIs, and technical roadmap.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications:
• Strong understanding of the intersection between technology, research, and marketing.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects.
• Experience in regulated, data-sensitive environments.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and self-starter mindset.

Desirable skills:
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of current trends in AI, data, and digital transformation.
• Ability to champion innovation and foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement.