Senior Associate, AI and Data Strategy Consultant

RSM US LLP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM US LLP in Chicago is seeking a Senior Associate for Data + AI Advisory to lead AI and data strategy engagements, define future-state capabilities, and articulate implementation roadmaps.

You will collaborate with consultants across regions, translate complex technical concepts into business language, and deliver trusted insights to clients while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Math, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business with 2-5 years of related work experience.
• Proven experience building AI and/or Data strategies with implementation recommendations.
• Concept-based understanding of data governance, data infrastructure, analytic techniques, or ML/AI concepts.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Must be a team player; able to work in virtual teams and independently.
• Strong financial and business acumen; able to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; curious about business and technology.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external resources at all levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Executing AI and Data strategy engagements, defining vision statements and identifying use cases.
• Setting future state capabilities and associated implementation efforts.
• Collaborating with consultants across regions and practices.

Skills

AI concepts

Data strategy

Data governance

Data infrastructure

Analytic techniques

Machine learning

Business acumen

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math/CS/IS/Business

Tools

Azure AI Fundamentals

Azure Data Fundamentals

AWS Certified AI Practitioner

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

As a Senior Associate in Data + AI Advisory team, the AI and Data Strategy Consultant will be responsible for:

• Executing solution delivery engagements through definition of AI and Data strategy and vision statements, identifying use cases, setting future state capabilities and associated implementation efforts
• Collaborating and working effectively with consultants in other regions and practices

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or graduate degree with an emphasis in Math, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business and 2-5 years of related work experience degree.
• Proven experience building AI and/or Data strategies along with implementation recommendations
• Concept-based understanding of two or more of the following:
  • data governance concepts
  • some form of data infrastructure (platforms, repositories, reporting systems, pipelines)
  • analytic techniques
  • machine learning or AI concepts
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Must be a team player; able to work in virtual teams and independently.
• Strong financial and business acumen, and ability to speak about technology in the language of business; ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and a curiosity about business and technology.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external resources at all organizational levels.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a consulting environment
• Proficiency in defining data & AI operating models
• Prior experience building data, analytic, data science, or AI solutions
• Working knowledge of data architecture
• Relevant training or certifications, such as:
  • Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-901)
  • Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900)
  • AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01)
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)
  • Generative AI Leader (Foundational)
  • Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow.

Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building.

Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.

RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders).

If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role.

The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range:

• $88,900 - $168,300

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

Why work at RSM?

At RSM, we accomplish meaningful work and make an impact on the world around us.

We work hard to fully understand our clients and work even harder to understand and identify your unique skills.

We celebrate the differences among us and empower our talented professionals to grow forward, both personally and professionally.

Our clients benefit from fresh insights and energy as we collaborate to support them, and our teams enjoy a work environment that inspires and empowers them to thrive.