Senior Consultant (Strategy & Data/AI Transformation)

Artefact North America; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Artefact in Zurich is seeking a Senior Consultant to blend strategy with data and AI innovation. You will work at the intersection of strategy consulting and data/AI initiatives, collaborating with client leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end engagements.

The role emphasizes building trusted relationships, delivering actionable recommendations, and contributing to Artefact’s Zurich growth through knowledge creation and new offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, CS, Economics or related field.
• 2–4 years in strategy consulting, data/digital consulting, or business analyst roles with data/AI exposure.
• Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) is mandatory; French is a plus.
• Eligible to work in Switzerland.

Responsibilities

• Strategize with client leadership to address high-stakes questions on AI and data governance.
• Break down complex challenges into actionable recommendations using established frameworks.
• Support engagements end-to-end from hypothesis to implementation roadmaps.
• Engage with C-level and business-unit leaders to align strategies and communicate impact.
• Contribute to knowledge growth by shaping offerings and intellectual capital.

Skills

Strategy development

Client engagement

Structured problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Data/AI fluency

German & English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree

Tools

Analytics tools

AI platforms

Job description

Who/What is Artefact?

Artefact is a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm dedicated to transformingorganizations through data and AI. We combine the rigor of top-tier strategy consultingwith deep expertise in data, digital, and analytics to help clients achieve tangible business impact. With 1,800+ consultants, data scientists, and engineers across 23 countries, we workwith global leaders such as Samsung, L’Oréal, Orange, and Sanofi. Our Zurich office isat the heart of Artefact’s growth, advising clients on their most pressing strategicchallenges — from AI strategy and governance to digital transformation roadmaps andnew business model design.

Main Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant in our Zurich office, you will be at the intersection of strategy consulting and data/AI innovation. You will:

• Strategy Development: Work with client leadership teams to address high-stakes questions: How can AI reshape our business model? How should wegovern and organize for data? Which strategic programs deliver the mostimpact?
• Structured Problem-Solving: Break down complex challenges into clear,actionable recommendations, using frameworks and methodologies rooted inclassic strategy consulting, enriched by Artefact’s data and AI expertise.
• Project Delivery: Support engagements end-to-end, from hypothesis framingand market/competitor analysis to client workshops, governance design, andimplementation roadmaps.
• Client Engagement: Collaborate closely with C-level stakeholders and businessunit leaders. You’ll build trusted relationships, communicate recommendationswith clarity, and ensure strategic alignment.
• Knowledge & Practice Building: Contribute to the growth of Artefact’s Zurichoffice by shaping new offerings, creating intellectual capital (frameworks, thoughtpieces, benchmarks), and participating in business development.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an ambitious, analytically minded talent who is passionate aboutleveraging data and AI to solve business problems. The ideal candidate meets severalof the following qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s and Master’s degree (preferred) in Business,Engineering, Computer Science, Economics or a related field. An excellentacademic track record is highly valued.
• Work Experience: Approximately 2–4 years of experience in strategy consulting, data/digital consulting, or business analyst roles, with hands-on exposure to data, analytics, or AI-driven projects.
• Business Acumen & AI Fluency: A dual affinity for business and technology. Youenjoy solving complex problems and can approach challenges in a structured,strategic way.
• Knowledge of data and digital technologies (e.g. analytics, AI, machinelearning concepts, digital marketing, cloud platforms) is expected – you don’tneed to be a programmer, but you should be tech-savvy and eager to deepenyour understanding of the data/AI domain.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong quantitative and analytical skills,with an ability to draw insights from data. You have an analytical mindset and arecomfortable handling data-driven analysis to support decision making.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills, bothwritten and verbal. You can present complex ideas clearly and can adapt yourmessage to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience creatingimpactful presentations or reports is a must. You also enjoy workingcollaboratively in teams and liaising with clients.
• Languages: Fluency in German and English (both written and spoken) ismandatory; French is a strong plus.
• Work Eligibility: You must be eligible to work in Switzerland.

Why Join Us

• Strategy with a Data Edge: Artefact is not a traditional strategy consultancy nora pure tech player — we sit uniquely at the crossroads, giving you the chance tobuild boardroom-level strategy expertise while being at the forefront of AI anddigital transformation.
• Zurich Office Impact: As part of a growing Swiss team, you will have visibilityand impact from day one. You will help shape Artefact’s footprint in the regionand work directly with senior leadership.
• Learning & Growth: Regular training in both strategy consulting methodologiesand AI/data capabilities, combined with international exposure.
• Culture of Doers: Innovation, Action, Collaboration. We are entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and committed to delivering impact — while supporting each other’s growth.

This position is based in Zürich.

Don’t worry if you don’t meet all the criteria! We value motivation, pragmatic problem-solving, and potential above all else. We’d love to hear from you and learn more about your passion for driving the AI revolution.