AI & SRE Consultant

Akkodis
London, United Kingdom
2 days ago
£88,000 – £96,000 pa

Salary

£88,000 – £96,000 pa

Posted
7 Sep 2026 (2 days ago)

AI Platform & Site Reliability Engineering Senior Consultant

Cloud Operating Model Transformation | AI, Cloud & Automation

Ready to help organisations redefine how they operate in the age of AI?

We are partnering with a leading global consulting organisation seeking a Senior Consultant to join a fast-growing Cloud Advisory practice. This is an opportunity to work with major enterprise clients delivering cloud, automation and AI transformation.

The Opportunity

You will help clients assess, redesign and optimise cloud operating models, ensuring they are scalable, resilient and ready for Generative AI, AIOps and intelligent automation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on cloud transformation and cloud operating models.
  • Assess existing service management and operational environments.
  • Design future-state operating models, governance frameworks and processes.
  • Drive automation-first and AI-ready operational practices.
  • Advise on GenAI, Copilots, intelligent automation and agentic AI use cases.
  • Support transformation delivery and stakeholder engagement.
  • Contribute to proposals, thought leadership and business development.
What We Are Looking For
  • Experience in consulting and/or technology transformation.
  • Knowledge of ITIL service management processes.
  • Experience with AWS, Azure and/or Google Cloud.
  • Understanding of DevOps, CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code.
  • Knowledge of cloud security, governance and compliance.
  • Interest in Generative AI and emerging AI technologies.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
What Is On Offer
  • High-profile cloud and AI transformation programmes.
  • Structured career development and mentoring.
  • Industry-recognised training and certifications.
  • Flexible and hybrid working.
  • Inclusive culture and strong wellbeing support.
  • Excellent progression opportunities.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

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