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Principal AI Consultant

United Kingdom

£100,000 - £115,000


This global consulting firm are looking for a Principal AI Scientist to help set up and grow their new AI Hub, involving Research and focusing on using advanced AI techniques to solve clients problems.


THE ROLE

As a Principal AI Scientist for the business you will:

  • Liaise directly with and pitching to external clients to bring in new business for the AI team
  • Work with Senior Stakeholders to help grow the AI hub, hiring new talent
  • Manage a team of AI Consultants as the AI hub grows


SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Strong academic background to PhD level in a relevant field
  • Strong commercial experience as a Data Scientist in a consultancy
  • Excellent communication skills with proven experience working with either external clients or non-technical stakeholders
  • Research experience from academia or working in an R&D environment
  • Experience using more advanced AI methods
  • Experience leading projects
  • Tech: Python, SQL


SALARY AND BENEFITS

  • Basic salary £100,000-£115,000
  • Hybrid working – working onsite at various client locations on a weekly basis
  • Bonus
  • Benefits package including car allowance, pension etc


INTERVIEW PROCESS

3 Interviews involving a presentation


HOW TO APPLY

Please register your interest for this role by sending your CV to Rosie O’Callaghan via the apply link on this page

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