AI Transformation Advisory - Senior Associate

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future.Huron’s AI Transformation team helps clients harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to accelerate growth, enhance decision-making, and reimagine the enterprise.As a Senior Associate in AI Transformation Advisory, you’ll play a critical role in shaping how organizations design, deploy, and scale AI with humans at the center. You’ll collaborate with client teams to translate strategy into action—helping define AI roadmaps, reimagine business processes, and deliver impactful, enterprise-grade AI solutions across industries.This role blends business strategy, process improvement, and technology fluency—ideal for a consultant who can move seamlessly between problem-solving, client delivery, and emerging innovation.Experience and Role DescriptionContribute to client engagements focused on defining AI strategies, transformation roadmaps, and implementation plans.Lead independent workstreams within larger projects, ensuring deliverables are insightful, well-structured, and aligned to client objectives.Conduct analysis of business processes, data flows, and technology ecosystems to identify AI and automation opportunities.Support the design of responsible, human-centered AI operating models and governance frameworks.Partner with cross-functional teams—including data scientists, engineers, and change management specialists—to deliver AI-enabled solutions.Assist in developing go-to-market materials, frameworks, and client proposals that showcase Huron’s AI capabilities.Develop proof-of-concepts and prototypes leveraging agentic systems, RAG pipelines, and workflow automation tools.Stay current on emerging AI technologies and frameworks, bringing forward innovative ideas for client and firm initiatives.Contribute to thought leadership and internal knowledge-sharing on AI transformation topics.QualificationsRequired:Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or Data Science preferred.7+ years of experience in consulting, technology, or enterprise transformation, with exposure to AI, analytics, or digital strategy.Demonstrated ability to connect business challenges with technology solutions.Familiarity with major AI ecosystems and platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).Experience supporting AI or data-driven solution delivery, including generative or agentic AI applications.Strong analytical, communication, and storytelling skills—able to structure insights and influence client stakeholders.Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver independently, and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.Preferred:Experience with RAG architectures, orchestration frameworks, or AI agents.Familiarity with data platform modernization, AIOps/MLOps, or cloud infrastructure.Hands-on experience building dashboards, prototypes, or lightweight AI automations.Certifications in cloud AI platforms (Azure AI Engineer, AWS Machine Learning Specialty, or equivalent).Prior consulting experience supporting client delivery, business development, or thought leadership.Your ImpactAs a Senior Associate, you’ll help clients turn AI ambition into measurable outcomes—translating strategy into solutions that enhance productivity, accelerate decision-making, and unlock innovation. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor and technical problem-solver, contributing to the responsible and scalable adoption of AI across industries.The estimated base salary for this job is $130,000 - $160,000. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $149,000 - $184,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. Position LevelSenior AssociateCountryUnited States of AmericaSummaryLocation: Chicago - 550 Van BurenType: Full time