AI Strategist - UK

About the role

Ema is seeking a strategic AI expert to lead key enterprise client relationships and influence significant AI initiatives. This position involves close collaboration with senior leadership to drive major deals and foster AI adoption within large organizations.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Guide AI strategy development for significant enterprise accounts.
• Advise client executives on AI transformation roadmaps and business justifications.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and product teams to craft successful AI solutions.
• Contribute to deal strategy and positioning for critical global opportunities.
• Develop proposals, viewpoints, and strategic narratives to expedite sales cycles.
• Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite clients on AI-driven business change.
• Facilitate workshops, discovery sessions, and executive briefings.
• Share market insights and customer feedback to inform product development and go-to-market plans.

Requirements

• 7-12+ years of professional experience, including a role such as Senior Engagement Manager or Project Leader at a top consulting firm (e.g., McKinsey, BCG, Bain).
• Extensive background in consulting-led enterprise strategy and transformation projects.
• Familiarity with enterprise SaaS or AI/technology sales processes.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML applications in business operations, with Large Language Models being a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to advise C-suite clients and manage executive relationships.
• Skill in developing business cases, assessing ROI, and translating strategy into action.
• Excellent communication, structured problem-solving, and presentation capabilities.
• Experience working with cross-functional leadership in fast-paced settings.

Nice to have

• Previous involvement with AI, Generative AI platforms, or data transformation projects.
• Experience in high-growth startups or global SaaS companies.
• An MBA from a leading academic institution.

Skills & tools

• AI/ML Strategy
• Enterprise Sales
• Consulting
• Strategic Planning
• Client Advisory
• Business Case Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving

Practical notes

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Travel requirements are minimal.
• Benefits include health coverage and paid time off.
• Applications are open until the position is filled.