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Data Science & AI Consultant

DEPT
Greater Manchester
3 months ago
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Data Science & AI Consultant

Manchester, London, hybrid

DEPT®/AI

DEPT®/AI has a single mission: to make the best work in the industry using AI to enhance everything we do. This role sits within our Data & AI practice, which has deep expertise in leveraging AI. The team includes data strategists, consultants, data scientists and analysts that work alongside DEPT® teams around the world across different services – from commerce, to full-funnel media, content engineering to internal operations. You will be solving some of the hardest and most challenging problems facing some of the best loved brands in the world – and doing this alongside an experienced team.

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for an AI Consultant who not only knows exactly how to create impact with algorithms, big data, machine learning, and generative AI, but can also translate our tech offerings to our current and future clients as well as our wider digital marketing teams internally 

As an AI Consultant, you will work with our excellent portfolio of clients to accelerate their AI initiatives and adoption. You translate business problems into prioritised AI solutions and roadmaps, and guide clients in implementing them with the support from our team of talented engineers and developers. Your role focuses on understanding business challenges and designing strategies based on a deep understanding of AI, rather than writing code.

We are looking for AI Consultants who have had experience in a similar role, preferably at an agency.

This role will join an AI Tech team that sits across EMEA and services many clients globally, however we would love to expand our UK&I offering specifically, so this person should have experience working across and understanding the UK&I market. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Discover AI opportunities for our clients through workshops and assessments with a focus on the UK&I market. Define AI maturity, roadmaps, and use cases for our clients.  Guide on prioritisation based on business impact and technical effort. Design (together with technical experts) and advise on data science and generative AI solutions for various business problems.  Bring innovative ideas and emerging technologies to the table, fueling innovation within our teams. Communicate solutions and strategies effectively to clients and team members.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Relevant, hands-on working experience in a data science role, preferably related to digital platform and marketing data and/or working at a digital agency. Client facing or consultative experience, ideally with UK&I businesses Someone who is comfortable with presenting and working with a variety of stakeholders, from C-level, to IT product owners and marketing performance managers. Experience in Python and SQL. Experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform. Deep understanding of Generative AI, NLP, and MLOps concepts. Analytical, flexible, independent, and a strong communicator.

WE OFFER:

A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location). An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme. 26 days paid holiday (plus UK Bank Holidays). Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme. Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents. Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations. Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events. Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance. Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®. A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards. Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together! The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications. Global annual in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

WHO ARE WE? 

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. 

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, and your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our client's problems, no matter where you are in the world.

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts.

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