Senior Consultant Data and AI Strategy

At NCS Australia, we believe in doing technology services better. Our commitment to quality, focus on people, and willingness to challenge traditional thinking set us apart. Our team brings this belief to life by partnering with our clients and communities to make tomorrow together.

We are committed to creating an environment that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and purposeful work. Our diverse team is empowered to make a meaningful impact with curiosity, creativity and resilience to shape better outcomes. Join us and accept the challenge of creating a better tomorrow.

As a Data & AI Strategy Senior Consultant, you'll be the crucial bridge between our clients' ambitions and the potential of their data. You will work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders to understand their unique challenges and design a strategic path toward a data-driven and AI-enabled future. This role is all about strategy and impact; while you’ll need to understand what data technologies can enable, your primary focus will be on identifying the 'why'—the opportunities—and the 'what'—the end-to-end capabilities required by the business, rather than deep technical details. Your core mission is to help organisations leverage data and AI to create real, tangible value.

Your key responsibilities will involve guiding clients throughout their Data & AI strategy journey—from leading engaging workshops that uncover high-value use cases to developing actionable roadmaps that deliver meaningful results. You will assess and enhance clients' Data & AI capabilities, advocate for best practices in data governance, and stay at the forefront of emerging trends such as Generative AI and Data Ethics to help solve complex, real-world problems.

In return for your expertise, you'll find meaningful work at the heart of our clients’ most important Data & AI transformations. You’ll be immersed in an innovative environment, working alongside a team of bright minds and leveraging cutting-edge technology. We are deeply invested in your professional growth, offering clear career development pathways along with the benefits and stability of being part of a leading global technology firm.

Strategic & Commercial Acumen

• Business Value Focus: Proven ability to identify and articulate how data initiatives can drive tangible business outcomes such as revenue growth, cost optimisation, or risk reduction.
• Strategic Roadmapping: Demonstrated experience in designing and developing comprehensive, phased Data & AI strategy roadmaps for medium to large organisations.
• Use Case Definition: Expertise in identifying, validating, and prioritising high-impact business use cases for data and analytics.

Consulting & Stakeholder Management

• Workshop Facilitation: Skilled in designing and leading engaging, outcome-focused workshops to elicit requirements, foster alignment, and drive strategic decision-making.
• Influencing & Communication: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data concepts into clear, compelling business language for non-technical audiences.
• Team Leadership: Experience in leading teams and providing direction to junior staff to achieve defined outcomes for which you are accountable.

Data & Analytics Expertise

• Data Capability Assessment: Deep understanding of the core pillars of Data & AI capabilities within an end-to-end operating model, with experience in assessing organisational maturity.
• Data Governance: Strong knowledge of data governance principles, with practical experience in designing and championing best-practice governance frameworks.
• Industry & Tech Awareness: Solid understanding of modern data concepts and the ability to speak credibly about current trends, including Generative AI, Data Products, AI Governance, and the role of cloud platforms and services—without needing to be a hands-on technical expert.

Personal Attributes

• Impact-Driven: A results-oriented mindset with a passion for translating strategy into real-world transformation and value.
• Collaborative & Adaptable: Thrives in a collaborative team environment and can adapt their approach to suit different client contexts and challenges.
• Problem-Solver: A natural ability to deconstruct complex business challenges and design structured, actionable solutions.

Why join us: 

NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth.

NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply. 

Agencies:

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Work rights and background checks: 

To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks