Senior Consultant - AI and Transformation Delivery – FS

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

We live in a data-rich world, and more of our personal and business interactions are being progressed by the application of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI). At EY, we are steering organisations to transform through continuous improvement of their existing processes to be at the forefront of their industry. EY has committed more than $1.5 billion as an organisation, acknowledging artificial intelligence as a major force of disruption and a key opportunity for innovation within Financial Services. We are leading the charge in innovation, assessing and adopting novel models and frameworks, such as Agentic AI, and assisting our clients in innovating and rapidly scaling their operations.

As a Senior Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering AI transformation projects within the financial services sector. You will work closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and develop tailored AI solutions that drive business growth and efficiency. This role offers a blend of technical and non-technical responsibilities, making it ideal for candidates with a diverse skill set.

Your Responsibilities:

• Design and implement AI transformation projects for financial services clients.
• Deliver and implement AI/Generative AI solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for AI-driven innovation.
• Develop and present AI strategies and solutions to clients, ensuring alignment with their business objectives.
• Conduct thorough analysis of client data to uncover insights and inform AI solution development.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest AI trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• A blend of experience in AI, Data Science, and Data Engineering.
• Experience in building Machine Learning solutions.
• LLMs or cloud experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• A deep understanding of AI concepts, applications, and ethical considerations.
• Knowledge of data architecture principles and a good understanding of data security and privacy.
• Agile project methodology expertise, tailored to the fast-paced and regulated environment.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and software engineering principles, ensuring robust and secure AI deployments.
• Leadership skills complemented by excellent communication abilities and a collaborative, inclusive mindset.
• A commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of emerging trends in AI, Data Science, and the insurance market.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• 2-5 years of experience in AI, data science, consulting, transformation, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies and their applications in financial services.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering AI projects from concept to implementation.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, or similar is a plus.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Further academic qualification in a relevant field (MSc/PhD).
• Data platform experience with DataBricks or Snowflake.
• Relevant certifications in Azure or AWS (Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert; Certified Azure AI Engineer; AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
• Industry sector-specific experience (energy and resources/government/consumer products and retail).
• Front-end development experience in JavaScript or D3.js.

What we look for

We’re interested in intellectually curious people, with a genuine passion for finding and implementing innovative ways nurture growth. You’ll also need excellent communication and negotiation skills. We’ll look to you to have the ability to express big ideas to influence C-suite leaders while also having technical skills to architect the right solutions for clients.  If you’re ready to take ownership of a team that’s poised to take the industry by storm, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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