Director of Data Science & AI for Strategic Communications

FTI Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking a Director of Data & Analytics in London to lead high-profile data projects across corporate communications and reputation management. You will guide technical strategy, oversee analytics programs and collaborate with senior clients on data-driven insights.

You will champion innovative AI-enabled approaches, manage cross‑functional teams, and translate technical work into compelling client narratives. The role offers exposure to global brands and high-impact assignments.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to turn complex data into clear insights.
• Experience turning data into actionable strategy in a comms context.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Use platforms and AI tooling to collect and analyse data.
• Lead data science projects and develop custom solutions.
• Drive audience, influencer and media insights projects.

Skills

Excellent English

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Tools

Python

SQL

Excel

GitHub

AWS

Graphext

Tableau

Brandwatch

Job description

FTI Consulting is seeking a Director of Data & Analytics in London to lead high-profile data projects across corporate communications and reputation management. You will guide technical strategy, oversee analytics programs and collaborate with senior clients on data-driven insights.

You will champion innovative AI-enabled approaches, manage cross‑functional teams, and translate technical work into compelling client narratives. The role offers exposure to global brands and high-impact assignments.