Technology Platforms Leader - Consulting

RSM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Technology Platforms Leader to define and manage the technology platform strategy for Consulting. You will oversee cloud-based, AI-enabled infrastructure essential for delivering innovative consulting solutions. The ideal candidate has a deep technical expertise in cloud architecture, proven experience in consulting environments, and exceptional communication skills to translate complex technology concepts into strategic business value. This role offers a permanent position in a dynamic and collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building and owning technology platforms in a consulting or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of AI integration, automation, and platform scalability.
• Experience with cloud engineering and platform development.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the technology platform strategy for Consulting.
• Design and oversee the cloud infrastructure and AI capabilities required.
• Lead the selection, configuration, and integration of technology tools.

Skills

Deep technical expertise in cloud architecture (Azure, AWS, or GCP)

AI / ML platforms

Enterprise data systems

Experience working with cross-functional teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Job description

Technology Platforms Leader - ConsultingWe are searching for an experienced Technology Platforms Leader - Consulting

At RSM, our consulting team brings together diverse advisory experts to deliver our six core solutions : business transformation, forensic, deal services, restructuring, finance function support, and risk and governance.

Our solutions are designed to address the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities our clients face as they strive to achieve their aspirations and organisational goals. Whether it’s supporting global expansion, developing acquisition strategies, facilitating private equity investments, or collaborating with boards to manage risk and governance, our consulting experts work as one cohesive team. We prioritise simplicity, providing data-driven insights, value-added assurance, and high-quality execution to empower our clients in building sustainable, future-fit businesses.

We are seeking anexperienced technologist to lead the design, development, and ownership of the

technology platforms that will underpin and enable the tech-enabled growth of

our Consulting services.

We have bold plans for

the future of our Consulting business. At the heart is a vision to become a

truly Digital First business, where we provide Consulting solutions to our

clients that are powered by leading cloud and AI technologies. For example,

risk assurance solutions based on a continuous analysis of key data points in a

client’s controls environment; forensic solutions based on advanced pattern

matching leveraging machine learning across multiple client data sets; finance

function solutions that move beyond traditional accounting to deliver advanced insights

to finance leaders delivered online.

This role is

responsible for building and managing scalable, the cloud-based, AI-enabled

infrastructure that supports the transformation of these consulting services,

enhances client delivery, and enables new revenue streams. The Consulting

Technology Platforms Leader will act as the senior key technologist within

Consulting, working closely with the leaders in the central National Technology

function, and global counterparts, to craft and deliver a technology platforms

strategy that will empower our Consulting teams and help us truly

differentiate.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Platforms Strategy & Ownership

• Define and own the technology platform strategy for Consulting, aligned with the firm’s broader digital and data strategies.
• Build and manage cloud-native platforms that support AI, data, and automation capabilities across all six consulting solutions.
• Ensure platforms are secure, scalable, and future-ready, enabling rapid innovation and delivery.

Infrastructure Design & Delivery

• Design and oversee the cloud infrastructure and AI capabilities required to transform consulting delivery models.
• Lead the architecture and implementation of platforms that automate client workflows, enhance data-driven insights, and support new service models.
• Ensure infrastructure supports autonomous growth of Consulting while remaining aligned with National Technology.

Technical Leadership & Execution

• Act as the technical authority within Consulting, bringing deep expertise in cloud engineering, AI integration, and platform development.
• Lead the selection, configuration, and integration of technology tools and services that enhance client delivery.
• Oversee platform administration, performance, and continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Alignment

• Work closely with the CIO, CDO, and National Technology teams to ensure alignment with firmwide architecture and governance.
• Collaborate with the US Consulting Technology counterpart to share best practices and co-develop global capabilities.
• Partner with the AI Transformation Director to ensure platforms support the AI strategy and enable innovation at scale.

Consulting Enablement & Growth

• Provide the technical foundation for new consulting offerings and delivery models.
• Ensure platforms are designed to support rapid scaling, operational efficiency, and enhanced client experiences.
• Support Consulting teams in leveraging technology to improve delivery, reduce manual effort, and increase value to clients.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure all platforms and services comply with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks for platform usage, data access, and AI model deployment.

Key Skills

& Experience :

• Deep technical expertise incloud architecture (Azure, AWS, or GCP),AI / ML platforms, andenterprise data systems.
• Proven experience inbuilding and owning technology platformsin a consulting or professional services environment.
• Strong understanding ofAI integration, automation, and platform scalability.
• Experience working withcross-functional teams, including business, data, and technology leaders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value.

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