AI Innovation Consultant

Job Description:

Job Summary:

This individual will serve as a force multiplier for the consulting team by identifying opportunities to leverage AI, improving how work is delivered, increasing the quality and speed of client outcomes, and helping consultants adopt new tools and ways of working.

This role is ideal for someone who is naturally curious about AI, enjoys experimenting with new technologies, and can translate innovative ideas into practical solutions. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical thinking with excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn in a rapidly evolving field.

Key Responsibilities

Drive AI Adoption Across the Practice

• Champion the use of AI technologies, including Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and other emerging tools, across consulting engagements and internal operations.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the speed, quality, and depth of consulting deliverables through AI-enabled workflows.
• Partner with practice leadership to evaluate and implement new AI-driven approaches to client service delivery.

Experimentation and Rapid Prototyping

• Test, evaluate, and prototype new AI use cases that improve team productivity and consulting outcomes.
• Develop lightweight solutions, workflows, prompts, and proof-of-concepts that can be scaled across the practice.
• Stay informed on emerging AI capabilities and recommend practical applications for the business.

Consulting Team Enablement

• Act as a trusted advisor and resource for consultants seeking to incorporate AI into their day-to-day work.
• Train, coach, and support team members in the effective use of AI tools and best practices.
• Create reusable assets, playbooks, templates, and guidance that increase adoption and consistency across engagements

Analysis and Problem Solving

• Apply analytical thinking to solve business challenges and improve consulting processes.
• Work with practice leaders to identify high-value opportunities where AI can generate measurable impact.
• Support strategic planning, transformation initiatives, and technology enablement efforts across client engagements

Required Qualifications

AI Curiosity and Continuous Learning

• Demonstrated interest in generative AI, emerging technologies, and modern ways of working.
• Strong desire to experiment, learn quickly, and adapt as technologies evolve.
• A "beginner's mindset" paired with intellectual curiosity and problem-solving ability.

Communication and Influence

• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain new concepts, influence adoption, and build credibility across teams.
• Comfortable working directly with consulting professionals and business stakeholders.

Analytical Thinking

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Experience evaluating business problems, identifying opportunities, and recommending practical solutions.
• Ability to connect technology capabilities to meaningful business outcomes.

Technology Aptitude

• General familiarity with AI tools, productivity technologies, and modern software platforms.
• Exposure to Python or other scripting languages is helpful, but deep software engineering expertise is not required.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies as business needs evolve.

Preferred Backgrounds

Candidates may come from a variety of backgrounds, including:

• Management consulting
• Business analysis
• Innovation or transformation teams
• Technology enablement roles
• AI adoption or digital transformation programs
• Operations, strategy, or process improvement functions

Experience in legal technology is welcome but not required. Candidates with fresh perspectives and an AI-first mindset are encouraged to apply.

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The Compensation range for this role is $90,000 -$110,000 USD annually and may be eligible for an annual bonus.

Your specific salary will be determined based on several factors:

• Location-based market rate for the role

• Your abilities in relation to the job specification

• Performance during screening and interview

• Pay parity with the wider team in the considered location

Further details about the package will be provided during the initial screening call with the Talent Acquisition Team.

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Epiq Leadership Compass

Enterprise Decision Making

Applies deep business and financial insight to guide strategic decisions, resource allocation, and thought leadership.

• Use financial and market expertise for long-term direction

• Build strategic partnerships

• Promote a customer-first mindset

• Allocate global resources for innovation and growth

Cultivates a Growth Mindset

Fosters innovation through curiosity, smart risk-taking, and adaptability—aligning change with strategy for lasting impact.

• Promote curiosity and forward-thinking

• Build a culture of innovation through partnerships

• Drive innovation to meet client needs

• Lead innovation with a clear vision

• Align innovation with market trends

Builds Talented Teams

Builds and develops inclusive, high-performing teams aligned to strategic goals for exceptional talent and business results.

• Focus on employee engagement

• Build a strong talent pipeline

Fosters Relationships & Collaboration

Builds trust and alignment through open communication, shared goals, and strong partnerships to drive collective success.

• Build trust-based partnerships

• Nurture long-term relationships

• Remove collaboration barriers

• Celebrate cross-team success

Engages & Influences

Inspires action and alignment through clear communication, purposeful influence, and a compelling vision.

• Use storytelling to build buy-in

• Align communication with organizational goals

• Guild alignment through strong engagement

Maximizes Performance

Sets and reinforces performance standards that drive results, ensure accountability, and align with Epiq’s goals.

• Use data to identify improvement opportunities

• Make informed decisions

• Align team goals with boarder strategy

• Empower teams to manage their own goals

• Translate vision into clear priorities

• Prepare for disruptions with strong change management