Consultant

Company Description Marais Advisory is a boutique consulting firm specializing in AI implementation and competitive intelligence for enterprise clients. The firm operates at the intersection of advanced technology and strategic business transformation, helping organizations navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Its core focus is on embedding AI into existing enterprise infrastructure, often in partnership with private equity firms and their portfolio companies. The team combines deep technical expertise across AWS, GCP, Azure, Python, React/TypeScript, and modern cloud services with practical, hands-on implementation. Recent work includes enterprise AI roadmaps, evaluation frameworks for conversational AI platforms, and multi-agent systems for automated competitive intelligence and strategic reporting.

Role Description The Consultant will work in a full-time, remote capacity, partnering with enterprise clients to design and implement AI-driven solutions and competitive intelligence capabilities. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing client needs, conducting market and technology research, developing AI roadmaps, and translating strategic objectives into actionable implementation plans. The role involves working with cloud platforms and data sources, collaborating with technical teams to build and refine prototypes, and supporting deployment of practical AI tools in production environments. The Consultant will prepare client-ready deliverables such as presentations, reports, and evaluation frameworks, participate in workshops and stakeholder meetings, and help continuously improve internal methodologies and best practices.

Qualifications

• Past experience at large consulting firm. (McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte, Accenture, etc.)
• Strong analytical and consulting skills, including experience in problem framing, requirements gathering, and presenting insights to senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts, with familiarity in applying AI solutions in enterprise settings and understanding of conversational AI platforms.
• Experience working with major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), with the ability to collaborate with technical teams on solution architecture and implementation.
• Solid research and competitive intelligence capabilities, including market mapping, data collection (e.g., web-based sources), and synthesis into strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in creating clear presentations, client reports, and structured evaluation frameworks.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple projects, and coordinate effectively with cross-functional and client teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business, economics, computer science, engineering, or a related discipline; advanced degree or consulting experience is beneficial.
• Familiarity with tools and languages used in AI and data work (e.g., Python, data visualization tools) is an advantage, as is prior experience with private equity or enterprise transformation projects.