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

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hitachi Solutions America is a global Microsoft solutions integrator focused on delivering industry-specific solutions that aid clients in their business transformation goals. The Senior Business Strategy & AI Advisor will lead a cross-functional team to deliver advisory services in business strategy and AI, partnering with clients to develop and execute strategies that leverage AI technologies for measurable business outcomes. 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 Company Overview • Hitachi Solutions America is a business application consulting firm. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job