Principal Consultant, AI Strategy & Governance

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and driven AI Strategy & Governance consultant with 5–10 years of experience to join our growing Data & AI practice in Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI and data maturity assessments to identify gaps and define transformation priorities
• Define target-state AI operating models, including roles, decision rights, and organizational structure
• Develop AI use case roadmaps aligned to business value, feasibility, and strategic objectives
• Advises executives on Generative and Agentic AI adoption strategies and scaling approaches
• Design Center of Excellence (CoE) models to enable enterprise-wide AI adoption
• Facilitate executive alignment across enterprise architecture, legal, privacy, information security, and business leadership
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, shaping long-term AI vision and investment priorities
• Drive knowledge transfer to embed governance capabilities within client organizations
• Lead stakeholder engagement and communication to drive adoption across the enterprise

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in management consulting, AI/data strategy, governance, or a related strategic advisory role

Demonstrated experience designing AI or data governance frameworks, operating models, and policy suites for enterprise organizations

Strong understanding of data and AI concepts including Generative AI, Agentic AI, machine learning, data governance, data quality, and responsible AI principles

Experience conducting organizational maturity assessments and translating findings into actionable roadmaps and prioritized initiatives

Proven ability to facilitate executive-level stakeholder workshops, build cross-functional alignment, and resolve competing priorities across complex organizations

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity, synthesize complex information, and deliver structured, defensible recommendations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop polished executive-ready deliverables

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field

Currently reside in Atlanta, GA or willingness to relocate at your expense

Ability to legally work for any employer in the US without sponsorship

Qualifications

Hands-on familiarity with data and AI platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or Palantir Foundry

Prior work in regulated industries (financial services, energy, healthcare) where governance complexity is high

Relevant certifications in data governance, AI, change management, or project management

Skills

Big 4 or top-tier management consulting experience

Experience standing up AI governance councils, review boards, or Centers of Excellence from the ground up

Experience with AI risk classification frameworks, shadow AI discovery, or AI compliance programs

Benefits

Real responsibility and ownership over how work gets delivered and how clients experience us

Direct access to firm leadership and influence over how we grow and evolve

A culture that values depth over optics, outcomes over activity, and people over process

The chance to grow your career in a firm that's scaling thoughtfully and intentionally, not just chasing growth for growth's sake

The opportunity to flex in a continuous learner environment. Get access and exposure to the latest tools, technologies and trends in the AI space

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time