Principal Consultant - Finance

Job Title: Principal Data & AI Strategy Consultant

Location: Shoreditch, London (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)

Salary: £90,000–£110,000 + 10–15% bonus

Sponsorship: Not available

About the Company

Join a leading global consultancy with deep specialism in financial services and an expanding presence in the energy sector. The firm supports Tier 1 clients in building modern, AI-driven operating models—offering strategic advisory on data, governance, and GenAI readiness.

The UK Data & AI Strategy team is scaling rapidly, supporting CDOs and senior leadership across major financial institutions on transformation at the board level.

The Role

This is a client-facing, high-ownership leadership role. As Principal Consultant, you’ll shape enterprise AI agendas, define governance strategies, and lead major transformation engagements with C-suite stakeholders. You’ll also play a key role in business development, contributing to pre-sales, proposal writing, and account growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy definition across GenAI governance, ethics, and AI compliance
• Own executive-level workshops and stakeholder alignment
• Shape operating models, use-case roadmaps, and investment narratives
• Support revenue growth through BD, pre-sales, and proposal development
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal IP and methodologies

About You

• 7+ years in consulting, strategy, or enterprise transformation
• Proven business development experience (proposals, revenue targets)
• Deep understanding of GenAI, governance frameworks, and regulatory context (e.g. EU AI Act)
• Strong workshop facilitation and stakeholder influence skills
• Background in financial services preferred; regulated industries also considered
• Permanent track record (not open to contractors or short-tenure profiles)

Why Apply?

• Strategic Impact – Work directly with CDOs, CDAOs, and leadership teams
• Growth-Oriented – Performance-based progression with no time-at-level policy
• Supportive Culture – Business coach from day one, 40+ hours of annual training
• Comprehensive Benefits – Private medical, pension up to 8%, 25 days leave (+ buy/sell), mental health support, and more

Interested in leading GenAI strategy at enterprise scale? Apply below.