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Senior consultant, Data Science, FAAS, Riyadh, Egypt, Jordan and Pakistan
Location: Riyadh Other locations: Primary Location Only Salary: Competitive Date: Oct 17, 2024
Job description
Requisition ID: 1533838 In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching.
That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
The opportunity
This opportunity is within our Data & AI team and provides advisory services focused on Data Science.
As a Data Science professional, you will help businesses exploit the real value of their data, by identifying use-cases, develop the value proposition, design and test hypothesis, build the necessary data golden record and select the appropriate features, and handle the e2e use-case development cycle, including AI-ML ops and model deployment. The consultant will have a broad set of skills working together with subject matter expert and business leaders, data architects and data engineers, to ensure that the use-cases have a solid ground and the deliverables can satisfy clients’ expectations.
This role will be based on our Centre of Excellence in Karachi, Jordan, Egypt and Riyadh and will remotely support MENA client engagements. Based on business need travel will be a requirement.
In this fast- moving new space you will be the main driver in identifying clients and business development.
Your key responsibilities
In this exciting new role you will be responsible for managing up to two projects alongside senior business leaders such as Directors and Partners, and enable clients to determine a FAAS strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables. Help client realized value from data through specific AI-ML use-cases.
The role will also involve ensuring work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements, delivering effective execution of the FAAS service delivery framework, working with other service lines in providing an integrated service delivery and monitoring the FAAS engagement team's performance against the budget. You will identify and communicate relevant trends, developments and key performance drivers relevant to the client, consult with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues and participate in sales of new FAAS work.
Skills and attributes for success
Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.
To qualify for the role, you must have
A bachelor's degree and approximately 4+ plus years of related work experience Data Science Certifications are a plus even if not a must for the role, if real experience is demonstrated through work experience Demonstrated work experience of at least 5+ years in a global consulting firm handling a team of at least 4 people Have hands-on experience on Data Science coding and languages such as Python and Pyspark, and tools such as Jupiter Notebooks, DataRobot, DataIku Established track record of translating business challenges into use-cases and ability to measure the value that is deriving from AI-ML use-cases Have industry expertise in at least one or two of those domains: Government, Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail, Telecom Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, including requirements definition, business re-engineering, and application mapping. Awareness about emerging technologies like ChatGPT, LLM, Cloud, Data Fabric, Data Mesh Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability Deep understanding of the client's industry and marketplace Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary
Ideally, you’ll also have
Track record with a leading consulting firm Proficiency in the Arabic language
What we look for
We are interested in ambitious leaders, who want to grow within the organization, are team players and are passionate about impacting clients and communities through the application of data and advanced technologies. We are interested in leaders with entrepreneurial mindset, who are accountable for their business results, and can help grow a new generation of talents within the organization.
What we offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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