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VIQU have partnered with an organisation who are seeking an AI Consultant for a discovery piece to drive their adoption of AI.

The successful AI consultant will be responsible for analysing where operational improvements, automation, or streamlined workflows can have the greatest impact, and translating these into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities:

Conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing processes, systems, and handoffs.
Facilitate workshops and interviews with internal stakeholders to gather insights and pain points.
Evaluate opportunities for:

Process redesign
Automation or RPA (Robotic Process Automation)
AI-driven efficiency enhancements
Improved workflow management
Produce clear recommendations and an implementation roadmap.
Present findings to senior leadership and support prioritisation of initiatives.

Key Skills & Experience:

Proven track record in process optimisation within complex operational environments.
Experience applying automation, RPA, or AI to drive tangible efficiency improvements.
Strong background in mapping, analysing, and redesigning large-scale workflows.
Ability to interpret operational data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
 Role details:

Job role: AI Consultant
Job type: Contract
Duration: Discovery / Scoping piece with view to extend
Rate: £500 - £650 per day
IR35 status: Outside IR35 pending SDS
Location: Hybrid, Birmingham
Apply now for the AI Consultant role to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Suzie Stone via the VIQU IT website.

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