Data & Analytics Products & Solutions SpecialistLocation
Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco
Job Description
Overview of Data & Analytics Products & Solutions Specialist (Analyst):We are seeking a Specialist / Analyst to support the development, scaling, and deployment of L.E.K.'s AI-enabled products and solutions. This role sits within our Products & Solutions team, part of the broader Data & Analytics (D&A) practice, and focuses on building innovative, commercially deployable offerings that complement our strategic advisory work.
This individual will play a key role in shaping and delivering AI-powered solutions-ranging from bespoke tools designed for specific client use cases to scalable platforms that support broader enterprise AI transformation.
You will work at the intersection of strategy, data science, and technology, helping bring AI concepts into real-world applications for clients. This is a high-impact individual contributor role with a clear path toward product management and leadership over time.
Key Responsibilities:AI Product Strategy & Development- Support the end-to-end development of AI-enabled products and solutions from ideation through deployment and iteration by managing the product backlog, running sprint ceremonies, and holding the team accountable to timelines and milestones
- Translate business problems into AI-driven product concepts, features, and workflows and defining product requirements and scope
- Work closely with data scientists, analysts, and AI/ML engineers to build and refine models, tools, and applications (e.g., Agentic AI, predictive analytics, automation tools)
- Champion adoption of AI products internally, helping consulting teams understand when and how to deploy them effectively
Client Engagement Execution & Deployment - Serve as the interface between the Products & Solutions team, consulting partners, and clients-ensuring alignment on product fit and delivery expectations
- Directly support analytics execution to solve tough data and analytical challenges in client engagements pertaining to our Products & Solutions, including running the analytical components and/or product deployment within a project
- Partner with consulting teams to scope, deployment, and integration of AI solutions in consulting engagements and deliverables
- Assist in identifying and translating technical requirements, outputs, and limitations / risks into clear, actionable insights for clients and contribute to client proposals, presentations, and workshops
AI Use Case Identification & Solution Design - Contribute to evolving AI product roadmap by collaborating with consulting teams and sector experts to identify high-value AI use cases across industries
- Help design scalable, repeatable AI solutions that can be deployed across clients
- Support both bespoke (client-specific) and reusable product development and execution efforts
- Help build the business case for AI product adoption through compelling storytelling and clear articulation of ROI tied to client needs / business outcomes
Stakeholder Collaboration & Go-to-Market Enablement - Work cross-functionally with data science / engineering, consulting, marketing, and knowledge teams-serving as a connector between technical / non-technical stakeholders
- Support business development and sales enablement, including proposal development, product demos and thought leadership efforts
- Promote adoption of AI products and solutions across consulting teams through developing internal enablement materials, playbooks, and best practices
- Help to capture insights from client engagements to inform the future product roadmap (e.g., pain points)
AI Capability Building & Innovation - Stay at the forefront of emerging AI trends (e.g., Agentic AI, automation, ML) and identify innovations to shape L.E.K.'s product strategy
- Monitor the competitive landscape for AI products and platforms relevant to L.E.K.'s sectors, identifying differentiation opportunities
- Proactively identify new use cases and whitespace opportunities where AI can deliver outsized value for clients or improve internal firm capabilities
Experience & Skills: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or similar
- 1-4 years of experience in analytics, product management, consulting, or a related field
- Exposure to AI/ML or data-driven products, ideally including Agentic AI or advanced analytics use cases, and a genuine enthusiasm for the evolving AI space
- Experience working with or building data and analytics products; understanding of the product development lifecycle from ideation to deployment
- Hands-on experience with agile delivery such as managing backlogs, running sprints, and using project tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps) with a track record of holding teams to commitments without becoming a bottleneck
- Familiarity with data/analytics tools such as Python, SQL, cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and scalable solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Azure ML)
- Familiarity with AI product tooling across the development lifecycle such as prompt engineering, RAG architectures, LLM evaluation frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Ragas), and at least one major cloud AI platform (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Bedrock, Vertex AI)
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a high degree of ownership
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business audiences
- Consulting experience and/or exposure to one or more of L.E.K.'s core sectors (life sciences, healthcare, consumer, industrials, TMT) is a strong plus
- A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and an aspiring product leader
Why Join L.E.K.? - Drive the growth of a rapidly expanding data-driven capability in a top-tier strategy consulting firm
- Collaborate with C-suite clients and life sciences innovators to deliver market-shaping insights
- Be a leader in L.E.K.'s evolving healthcare analytics and digital solutions strategy
- Join a supportive, entrepreneurial, and intellectually curious team with access to cutting-edge tools and professional development
Additional Information: - The expected base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
- L.E.K. Consulting offers a competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, HSA contributions (where applicable), paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefits.
- This role is based in any of our US offices and follows our hybrid work model for U.S. offices. We require employees to be in their assigned home office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week, as well as the first Friday of each month.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for employer sponsorship. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship, including but not limited to H-1B, TN, F-1 (OPT/CPT/STEM), or other work authorization.
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