Data & AI Strategy Associate

Metis Strategy; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Retirement contributions

Continued learning stipend

Paid time off

Job summary

Metis Strategy, a management and strategy consulting firm, is seeking an Associate Consultant for its Data & AI Practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will collaborate with client stakeholders to develop data-driven and AI-enabled strategies for large enterprises.

You will translate insights into actionable roadmaps, governance models, and capability-building programs, supporting responsible AI adoption and measurable business impact across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative, technical, or business field.
• 4+ years of experience in data analytics, machine learning, AI strategy, and/or enterprise technology transformation.
• Advanced proficiency with data platforms (cloud and on-premise), data architecture principles, and modern data engineering stacks.
• Awareness of data governance best practices, data management principles, and frameworks for data quality, lineage, and master data management.
• Understanding of security, privacy, and compliance requirements associated with enterprise data and AI systems, including relevant laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to distill complex topics into clear recommendations for senior audiences.
• Collaborative, adaptable mindset with an ability to thrive in fast-paced consulting projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting client engagements via research, stakeholder interviews, and deliverable development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements by developing data-driven and AI-enabled strategies for large enterprises.
• Collaborate with teams to assess client data and AI maturity, leveraging diagnostic frameworks across people, process, technology, data, and culture.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize AI and analytics use cases using standardized business case templates.
• Prepare high-quality deliverables including strategy documents, roadmaps, and executive presentations for senior leaders.
• Contribute to the development of AI operating models, governance structures, and change management plans.

Job description

Metis Strategy, a management and strategy consulting firm, is seeking an Associate Consultant for its Data & AI Practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will collaborate with client stakeholders to develop data-driven and AI-enabled strategies for large enterprises.

You will translate insights into actionable roadmaps, governance models, and capability-building programs, supporting responsible AI adoption and measurable business impact across functions.