Job ID: *********** | 28 Freshwater Place, Southbank Melbourne Victoria **** Australia | Full-timeAs a Senior Associate in AI & Data Strategy, you will be a core contributor to Data & AI strategy engagements, playing a hands-on role in defining AI use cases, data strategies, and transformation roadmaps for clients.
You will work closely with Managers and Directors to translate business problems into data and AI driven solutions, rapidly prototyping outcomes through proof of value initiatives using Publicis Sapient AI tools and accelerators.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the delivery of AI and data strategy engagements, including discovery, opportunity assessment, and roadmap definitionBe hands-on with AI tools, platforms, and accelerators to build early proofs of valueHelp frame business problems into structured hypotheses and AI-led solution optionsDesign and validate AI use cases, assessing feasibility, business value, risk, and responsible AI considerationsOwn discrete workstreams or deliverables within engagements, with guidance from Managers and DirectorsContribute to strategy artefacts including value cases, future-state visions, operating models, and transformation roadmapsCollaborate with engineering, product, and experience teams to translate strategy into executable outcomesSupport client workshops, stakeholder interviews, and executive-ready storytellingConduct analysis across data maturity, platforms, analytics, and AI capabilities, contributing to target-state architecture thinkingSupport AI opportunity identification, prioritisation, and decision-making through clear trade-off articulationContribute to proposals, POVs,



thought leadership, and internal capability building through assets, demos, and reusable acceleratorsSkills & Experience4–6 years' experience in data, AI, analytics, product, or strategy consulting rolesPractical exposure to AI, analytics, and data platforms (cloud, ML, GenAI tools)Ability to structure problems, analyse data, and synthesise insights into clear recommendationsProven experience with service management and operating model designFamiliarity with data concepts (pipelines, governance, remediation) but not expected to code heavy ETLComfortable working in ambiguous problem spaces with a desire to build and test solutionsAbility to create client-facing documentation, solution walkthroughs, and presentationsComfortable engaging with product owners, business users, and engineersStrong communication and storytelling skillsSet Yourself Apart WithCertifications in Data Management, Data Governance, or Cloud Platforms (CDMP, CDP, AWS Certified Data Analytics, etc.).
Experience with AI/ML use cases and data-driven decision-making.Knowledge of real-time data processing and event-driven architectures.Background in financial services, retail,



or healthcare industries.Additional InformationAn inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration.Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.Competitive compensation and benefits package.Flexibility to support work-life balance.Generous paid leave and holidays.Wellness program and employee assistance.As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.
We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at Company DescriptionPublicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers.
We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and contemporary methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity.
United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients' businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.
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📌 Strategy And Consulting | Full-Time Senior Associate Data Strategy Melbourne,Victoria, Australia
🏢 Publicis Sapient
📍 Melbourne