
Senior Associate, AI and Data Strategy Consultant
Chicago, IL · HybridFull-time$89–168K/yrPosted 5 days agoStill listed today
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Job overview
RSM’s AI and Data Strategy Consultant will execute solution delivery engagements by defining AI and data strategies and vision statements, identifying use cases, and setting future-state capabilities and implementation efforts. The role collaborates with consultants across regions and practices. Candidates need a bachelor’s or graduate degree in a relevant field and 2–5 years of related work experience; consulting experience and several technical competencies are preferred.
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Full job description
We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.
As a Senior Associate in Data + AI Advisory team, the AI and Data Strategy Consultant will be responsible for:
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Executing solution delivery engagements through definition of AI and Data strategy and vision statements, identifying use cases, setting future state capabilities and associated implementation efforts
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Collaborating and working effectively with consultants in other regions and practices
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree or graduate degree with an emphasis in Math, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Business and 2-5 years of related work experience degree.
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Proven experience building AI and/or Data strategies along with implementation recommendations
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Concept-based understanding of two or more of the following: data governance concepts, some form of data infrastructure (platforms, repositories, reporting systems, pipelines), analytic techniques, machine learning or AI concepts
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Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-up skills.
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Must be a team player; able to work in virtual teams and independently.
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Strong financial and business acumen, and ability to speak about technology in the language of business; ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills and a curiosity about business and technology.
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Ability to interact effectively with internal and external resources at all organizational levels.
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Willingness and ability to travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Prior experience in a consulting environment
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Proficiency in defining data & AI operating models
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Prior experience building data, analytic, data science, or AI solutions
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Working knowledge of data architecture
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Relevant training or certifications, such as: Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-901), Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900), AWS Certified AI Practitioner (AIF-C01), AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02), Generative AI Leader (Foundational), Databricks Generative AI Fundamentals
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.
RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.
At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $88,900 - $168,300 Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,641 open Management Consultant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$89–168K/yr
- Illinois median$99–205K/yr88 salary ranges
- US median$99–232K/yr2,470 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $129K, is 22% below the Illinois median midpoint ($166K) — in the middle half of Management Consultant salary ranges in Illinois.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 92 open Management Consultant jobs in Illinois and 2,641 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Management Consultant postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 2,507 postings).
- Education
- 1,653 of the 2,641 open Management Consultant jobs (63%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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