Data & AI Senior Consultant – Position Description
Are you passionate about making a difference and solving complex challenges using data? Do you thrive in a dynamic, agile environment? If so, FTI Consulting is the place for you.
What You'll Do
* Design and deliver end‐to‐end analytics solutions—from problem framing and data acquisition to modelling, insight generation and executive‐level storytelling—for clients across multiple industries.
* Support the development of cloud platforms using AWS and Azure.
* Identify, acquire, synthesize and analyze relevant data, understanding relationships among multiple data sources and types, and organize this information to facilitate effective analysis.
* Develop robust data pipelines using tools such as SQL, Alteryx, Python, DataBricks, Data Factory, Redshift, and others.
* Apply machine learning or statistical methods (regression, classification, clustering, forecasting, NLP, etc.) to real business problems.
* Develop advanced analytics and complex system models—including discrete event simulation, agent‐based modelling, systems dynamics and optimisation (using tools such as AnyLogic).
* Leverage LLMs and generative AI to deliver business value for clients and internal projects.
* Build dashboards that generate measurable business value and are designed for long‐term sustainability.
* Partner closely with client stakeholders to translate complex analytical outputs into clear, actionable recommendations.
* Contribute to business development by supporting proposals, thought leadership and the growth of the analytics practice.
About You
* 2–5 years of prior consulting experience or a high performer seeking to transition from industry or government to consulting.
* Experience in health, mining, retail, procurement, logistics, supply chain or operations is highly desirable.
* Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, eager to solve complex problems using data and continuous learning.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical findings persuasively to non‐technical audiences.
* Willingness to travel within the country as required.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‐paced, multi‐task environment with strong attention to detail.
* Experience working in project environments and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
* Ability to interface with team members and client personnel in demanding, deadline‐driven situations.
Technical Skills & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, physics, chemistry, analytics, etc.).
* Proficiency with Python, R, SQL or Alteryx for data manipulation, cleansing and modelling.
* Experience using visualisation tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
* Familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks).
* Understanding and experience applying AI tools, machine learning and LLMs to solve problems.
* Experience developing simulation or optimisation models of complex systems is desirable but not required.
Benefits
* Attractive remuneration and discretionary bonuses available to all employees.
* 18 weeks paid parental leave and gender‐neutral parental leave policies.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Financial support to obtain work‐related professional qualifications and professional membership contributions.
* Generous paid study leave (up to 12 days).
* Corporate discount on health insurance and other corporate offers.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) free to all employees and immediate families.
* 35 hours per year for approved pro‐bono matters.
* Special leave: 2 days per year for a cultural or religious holiday that is not a public holiday in Australia.
* Monthly health & wellbeing program and annual paid volunteer hours.
* Corporate matching for charitable donations and participation in women's initiative and diversity committees.
Compensation
Minimum Pay: $88,000.00
Maximum Pay: $121,000.00
The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role and is inclusive of superannuation. Determination of actual salary is based on a combination of relevant factors such as market considerations, business needs and an individual's location, skills, level of experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance or regulation. FTI Consulting acknowledges that we stand on the lands of the First Nations peoples and pay respects to Elders past and present. We extend solidarity and hope for a future where all are afforded justice, dignity and peace.
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