Senior AI Strategy Consultant

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Strategy Consultant to guide clients through AI-driven transformation. You will work with C-suite executives to define strategic AI roadmaps, assess readiness, and shape adoption plans across industries.

The role emphasizes risk-aware, value-driven AI initiatives and strong stakeholder engagement. Based in East London, you will lead advisory engagements, mentor teams, and contribute to thought leadership on AI governance, ethics, and responsible AI practices

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s degree in Business, Technology Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in consulting, strategy, or related business role, with significant focus on AI.
• Deep understanding of AI technologies (ML, NLP, computer vision, generative AI) and business applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate comprehensive AI strategies for clients, aligning with business goals.
• Assess client readiness for AI adoption and identify opportunities and challenges.
• Design AI implementation roadmaps, prioritizing initiatives by impact and feasibility.
• Advise on AI technologies, vendor selection, and deployment best practices.

Skills

AI strategy

Consulting

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work

Education

MBA or Master’s degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and insightful Senior AI Strategy Consultant to join their growing advisory practice. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who can help organizations understand, adopt, and leverage artificial intelligence to achieve their business objectives. You will work closely with senior executives across various industries, providing expert guidance on AI strategy, implementation roadmaps, and organizational transformation. This position requires a blend of business acumen, technical understanding of AI capabilities, and exceptional consulting skills. This role is based in East London, offering a unique opportunity to drive AI adoption in the region. If you are passionate about shaping the future of businesses through AI, this is an exciting opportunity. Join our client and help lead the AI revolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate comprehensive AI strategies for clients, aligning with their business goals.
• Assess client readiness for AI adoption and identify key opportunities and challenges.
• Design AI implementation roadmaps, prioritizing initiatives based on business impact and feasibility.
• Advise clients on AI technologies, vendor selection, and best practices for deployment.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagements to drive consensus and alignment on AI initiatives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis related to AI trends and applications.
• Provide guidance on data governance, ethics, and responsible AI practices.
• Support clients through the change management process associated with AI adoption.
• Develop thought leadership and contribute to the firm's expertise in AI strategy, particularly within the East London business community.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Technology Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in consulting, strategy, or a related business role, with a significant focus on AI.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing business strategies, preferably involving technology adoption.
• Deep understanding of various AI technologies (e.g., ML, NLP, computer vision, generative AI) and their business applications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in client relationship management and project leadership.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Understanding of data governance and ethical considerations in AI is essential.
• Previous experience in a client-facing advisory role is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact client projects.
• Exposure to diverse industries and cutting-edge AI trends.
• A collaborative and dynamic consulting environment in East London.
• Hybrid work model for enhanced work-life balance.
• Travel opportunities as required for client engagements.