Senior Associate, AI and Data Strategy Consultant
About The Position
As a Senior Associate on RSM’s Data + AI Advisory team, the AI and Data Strategy Consultant executes solution delivery engagements focused on defining AI and data strategy and vision, identifying use cases, establishing future-state capabilities, and outlining associated implementation efforts. The role involves collaborating effectively with consultants in other regions and practices. RSM describes its work environment as balancing flexibility with in-person connection; most roles follow a hybrid workstyle, with team members aligned to an RSM office and gathering in person when it supports clients, teams, development, or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site depending on role requirements, team priorities, and client needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or graduate degree emphasizing mathematics, computer science, information systems, or business, and 2–5 years of related work experience.
- Proven experience building AI and/or data strategies and implementation recommendations.
- Conceptual understanding of at least two of the following: data governance, data infrastructure such as platforms, repositories, reporting systems or pipelines, analytic techniques, machine learning, or AI concepts.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to work as a team player in virtual teams and independently.
- Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to discuss technology in business terms and translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills and curiosity about business and technology.
- Ability to interact effectively with internal and external resources at all organizational levels.
- Willingness and ability to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a consulting environment.
- Proficiency in defining data and AI operating models.
- Prior experience building data, analytics, 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), or Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals.
Responsibilities
- Execute solution delivery engagements by defining AI and data strategy and vision statements.
- Identify AI and data use cases.
- Set future-state capabilities and associated implementation efforts.
- Collaborate effectively with consultants in other regions and practices.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation package.
- Eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
