AI Transformation Managing Principal

Capco • Chicago, IL

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

As an AI Transformation Managing Principal , you will guide financial services clients through their AI transformation journeys—defining strategy, shaping opportunities, and leading delivery in collaboration with cross-functional teams. This is a senior consulting role that blends AI strategy, business transformation, and client engagement . You’ll work closely with executives to envision how AI and GenAI can redefine their businesses, and with technology and architecture teams to bring those visions to life.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in consulting and technology-led transformation, including at least 3 years in AI/ML or Generative AI strategy.
• Proven track record leading AI initiatives for financial services organizations, from ideation through execution.
• Demonstrated success in business development, including shaping proposals and selling transformation programs to executive stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of how foundation models and GenAI can be applied to banking, capital markets, insurance, and fintech operations.
• Experience collaborating with architecture, engineering, and data teams to deliver complex technology programs.
• Excellent client engagement, communication, and storytelling skills—able to bridge business vision with AI potential.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or similar).
• Willingness to work in the Chicago office 3 days/week.

Responsibilities

• AI & GenAI Strategy and Transformation Lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide AI transformation programs , ensuring alignment with business strategy and measurable impact.
• Define roadmaps and operating models for adopting foundation models, agentic AI, and automation capabilities.
• Advise senior stakeholders on how to embed AI across core business areas such as risk, compliance, trading, and customer experience.
• Generative AI Enablement & Solution Delivery Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams to design and deliver scalable GenAI and agentic solutions that meet enterprise needs.
• Help define solution patterns and standards that balance innovation with operational integrity, security, and compliance.
• Lead Proofs of Concept (PoCs) and pilots to demonstrate AI value in real-world scenarios and accelerate adoption.
• Foundation Models & Applied AI Stay fluent in the capabilities of foundation models (LLMs, vision, multimodal) to guide appropriate selection and use for financial services contexts.
• Work with data science and platform teams to tailor and deploy models that drive automation, decision support, and insight generation.
• Promote responsible AI practices around fairness, transparency, and auditability.
• Consulting & Business Development Shape and sell AI-led transformation programs, partnering with senior leaders to identify opportunities and craft compelling proposals.
• Build and maintain executive client relationships , acting as a trusted advisor who bridges business goals with technical possibilities.
• Contribute to Capco’s growth through thought leadership, go-to-market initiatives, and client workshops that position us as a GenAI transformation leader.
• Leadership & Change Enablement Partner with delivery, data, and technology teams to turn strategy into scalable solutions , ensuring clarity, accountability, and success metrics.
• Mentor consultants and emerging AI specialists, building capability across teams and clients.
• Represent Capco at industry events, panels, and forums as an advocate for practical, value-driven AI transformation.

Benefits

• We offer highly competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and a work culture focused on innovation and creation of lasting value for our clients and employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level