Data & AI Strategy Consultant - Manager/Senior Manager at Capco
UK - LondonFull-timeData & AnalyticsPosted 2 months ago
About the Role
<p data-start="163" data-end="303"><strong data-start="163" data-end="217">Data & AI Strategy Consultant – Manager/Senior Manager<br></strong><br data-start="217" data-end="220"><strong>Location:</strong> London (Hybrid) | <strong data-start="248" data-end="265">Practice Area</strong>: Data & Analytics | <strong>Type:</strong> Permanent</p>
<p data-start="305" data-end="387"><strong data-start="305" data-end="387">Craft bold strategies. Inspire data-driven transformation. Lead the AI future.</strong></p>
<p data-start="389" data-end="801"><strong data-start="389" data-end="401">The Role</strong><br data-start="401" data-end="404">Join Capco’s Data Strategy & Advisory team as a Senior or Principal Consultant, shaping enterprise-level AI and data strategies for the world’s leading financial institutions. This is a high-impact role for strategic thinkers passionate about the intersection of data, AI and business value. You will guide clients in envisioning and realising AI-driven competitive advantage - beyond tooling, beyond pipelines.</p>
<p data-start="803" data-end="823"><strong data-start="803" data-end="821">What You’ll Do</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">You’ll collaborate with C-suite clients to shape their strategic AI ambitions, aligning data and AI capabilities with competitive differentiation. You will:</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="11" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the definition of data and AI strategies and unlock new value propositions by identifying high-impact data & AI use cases. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead executive-level workshops and visioning sessions, aligning stakeholders around a strategic north star and unlocking cross-functional engagement</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Beyond client delivery, you will help build Capco’s data and AI propositions by:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":360}"> </span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Contributing to Capco’s perspective on how AI is reshaping the financial services value chain</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Leading business development conversations, shaping proposals, and positioning Capco as a thought leader</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Mentoring colleagues and embedding strategic thinking across the wider team</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Developing strategy methodologies and accelerators to enhance Capco’s delivery capability</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p data-start="1309" data-end="1337"><strong data-start="1309" data-end="1335">What We’re Looking For</strong></p>
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<p data-start="1340" data-end="1423">5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation ideally with FS exposure</p>
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<p data-start="1426" data-end="1524">Strong understanding of data and AI domains, including GenAI, ethics and operating model design</p>
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<p data-start="1527" data-end="1609">Ability to craft compelling PowerPoint narratives and influence senior audiences</p>
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<p data-start="1612" data-end="1688">Experience in workshop design, facilitation, and executive-level alignment</p>
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<p data-start="1691" data-end="1776">Comfortable working in ambiguity, with a collaborative and outcomes-driven approach</p>
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<p data-start="1778" data-end="1800"><strong data-start="1778" data-end="1798">Bonus Points For</strong></p>
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<p data-start="1803" data-end="1889">Strategy experience within Financial Services (banking, insurance, asset management)</p>
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<p data-start="1892" data-end="1977">Familiarity with GenAI, AI legislation (e.g. EU AI Act), or AI governance practices</p>
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<p data-start="1980" data-end="2074">Understanding of data tooling and analytical techniques at a strategic (not technical) level</p>
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<p data-start="2077" data-end="2148">Experience mentoring consultants and developing strategy accelerators</p>
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<p data-start="2151" data-end="2224">Demonstrated thought leadership or business development in the AI space</p>
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<p data-start="2226" data-end="2246"><strong data-start="2226" data-end="2244">Why Join Capco</strong></p>
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<p data-start="2249" data-end="2325">Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions</p>
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<p data-start="2328" data-end="2399">Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture</p>
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<p data-start="2402" data-end="2469">Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications</p>
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<p data-start="2472" data-end="2540">Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services</p>
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<p data-start="2543" data-end="2612">Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.</p>
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<p data-start="2614" data-end="2714">We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:</p>
<p data-start="2716" data-end="3762"><strong data-start="2716" data-end="2734">Core Benefits:</strong> Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.<br data-start="2837" data-end="2840"><strong data-start="2840" data-end="2858">Mental Health:</strong> Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations and in-house first aiders.<br data-start="2940" data-end="2943"><strong data-start="2943" data-end="2963">Family-Friendly:</strong> Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.<br data-start="3102" data-end="3105"><strong data-start="3105" data-end="3121">Family Care:</strong> 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.<br data-start="3197" data-end="3200"><strong data-start="3200" data-end="3224">Holiday Flexibility:</strong> 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.<br data-start="3313" data-end="3316"><strong data-start="3316" data-end="3340">Continuous Learning:</strong> Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually: Take your pick - workshops, certifications, e-learning - your growth, your way. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.<br data-start="3581" data-end="3584"><strong data-start="3584" data-end="3606">Healthcare Access:</strong> Convenient online GP services.<br data-start="3637" data-end="3640"><strong data-start="3640" data-end="3656">Extra Perks:</strong> Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.</p>
<p data-start="3764" data-end="4244"><strong data-start="3764" data-end="3786">Inclusion at Capco</strong><br data-start="3786" data-end="3789">We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.</p>
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