Applied AI & Analytics – Principal Consultant

Women in Data®; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Competitive pension

Health insurance

Life insurance

Critical illness cover

Mental Health support

Job summary

Capco is seeking a senior leader to drive AI-enabled data and analytics programmes across the financial services sector in London. You will combine strategic leadership with deep expertise in applied AI, ML and advanced analytics to deliver measurable outcomes at scale.

You’ll lead complex initiatives, coordinating data scientists, engineers and client stakeholders while mentoring teams to grow capability and capability maturity within the Data Practice.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading AI-driven data and analytics programmes within consulting or complex enterprise environments.
• Strong expertise across applied AI, ML, analytics and integration into modern data platforms.
• Ability to translate AI capabilities into clear business value for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Scope, prioritise and shape AI and analytics initiatives across top-tier financial institutions.
• Lead end-to-end delivery from problem definition to delivery, balancing value, feasibility and data readiness.
• Own delivery outcomes across AI-enabled initiatives, collaborating with data scientists, engineers and client stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to data scientists and AI engineers to grow capability.
• Represent Capco’s Data Practice externally, contributing to AI propositions and thought leadership.

Skills

AI leadership

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Regulated FS experience

Cross-functional leadership

Job description

Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent

Lead AI-enabled data and analytics programmes that deliver measurable impact across Financial Services. Lead the AI future.

The Role

You’ll lead complex, AI-enabled data and analytics programmes across the financial services sector, combining strategic leadership with deep expertise in applied AI, machine learning and advanced analytics to help clients deliver measurable outcomes at scale.

What You’ll Do

• Scope, prioritise and shape AI and analytics initiatives across top-tier financial institutions
• Lead end-to-end delivery, from problem definition through to delivery, balancing business value, technical feasibility and data readiness
• Own delivery outcomes across AI-enabled initiatives, working hands-on with data scientists, engineers and client stakeholders
• Provide leadership and mentoring to data scientist and AI engineers, supporting capability growth across analytics, AI and ML
• Represent Capco’s Data Practice externally, contributing to AI-focused propositions, partnerships and thought leadership

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience leading AI-driven data and analytics programmes within consulting or complex enterprise environments
• Strong expertise across applied AI, machine learning, advanced analytics and their integration into modern data platforms to guide delivery, challenge design decisions and ensure solutions scale in production
• Demonstrated ability to translate AI and analytics capabilities into clear business value for senior stakeholders
• Experience designing, governing and scaling AI solutions within regulated Financial Services environments
• Confidence operating across multiple workstreams while building sustainable AI and analytics capability within teams

Bonus Points For

• Hands-on experience with AI product development, MLOps, model lifecycle management or AI platform engineering
• Knowledge of responsible AI, model risk management, AI governance or ethical AI frameworks
• Experience supporting AI strategy, roadmap definition or AI-enabled operating models
• Comfortable supporting commercial/strategic discussions with internally and with clients

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.

Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations and in-house first aiders.

Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.

Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.

Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.

Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually: Take your pick - workshops, certifications, e-learning - your growth, your way. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.

Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

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