[Remote] Senior Managing Consultant - Business Strategy/AI Advisor

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hitachi Solutions is a global Microsoft solutions integrator focused on delivering industry-specific solutions that drive business transformation. As a Senior Business Strategy & AI Advisor, you will lead teams in delivering advisory services, guiding clients in leveraging AI technologies for strategic outcomes while ensuring organizational readiness for transformation.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on business strategy, including leadership alignment, policies and procedures, governance, Centers of Excellence, process evaluation, and organizational design/development
• Contribute to the continued development of the AI Advisory vision and roadmap, aligning offerings and methods with Advisory leadership
• Serve as a trusted advisor to client executives, guiding organizations from AI readiness assessment through enterprise-scale adoption
• Position Advisory as the strategic entry point for AI engagements, connecting business objectives, KPIs, and transformation outcomes
• Deliver and support continued development of Business Advisory offerings and cross-discipline offerings within the Advisory subdomain
• Contribute to the continued development of repeatable AI Advisory offerings (AI Starter, AI Value Accelerator, Copilot Readiness, Governance frameworks, etc.)
• Create frameworks, accelerators, and playbooks that integrate AI maturity models (Microsoft, NIST, Google, Ng) and Responsible AI practices
• Contribute to the evolution of Advisory’s portfolio through thought leadership, case studies, and market insights
• Facilitate engaging conversations, workshops, and interviews for meaningful discovery that lead to insights, business intelligence, and recommendations
• Lead C-suite workshops, envisioning sessions, and transformation roadmaps, translating AI into measurable business value
• Partner with cross-functional teams (UX, data, technical, change management) to deliver holistic, human-centered solutions
• Ensure delivery of measurable value, operational efficiency, and sustainable adoption for clients
• Mentor Advisory consultants in AI fluency, client strategy, and facilitation skills
• Support hiring, onboarding, and upskilling the Advisory team to strengthen our AI bench
• Actively contribute to internal AI Center of Excellence (COE) and cross-practice enablement

Skills

• Proven experience in business strategy, value realization, and technology-enabled transformation
• Understanding of AI governance, generative AI, Copilot/LLM ecosystems, data maturity, and RAG architectures
• Familiarity with Microsoft platforms (Azure, M365 Copilot, D365, Power Platform, Fabric/Databricks)
• Skilled in strategic roadmapping, design thinking, and executive-level facilitation
• Ability to drive adoption, manage risk, and embed responsible, ethical AI practices
• High EQ, creativity, and a passion for building high-performing, future-ready teams
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Microsoft AI-900 (required); AI-102 (preferred)
• PROSCI or equivalent change management certification (preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in business strategy, advisory, or consulting, with a focus on AI, analytics, or digital transformation
• Track record of executive engagement and trusted advisor relationships at senior levels
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• AI-102 (preferred)
• PROSCI or equivalent change management certification (preferred)

Benefits

• Bonus Plan
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance and Disability Programs
• Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Arrangements including Remote Work

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