Consultant - AI Strategy

<div class="content-intro"><p>Keystone is a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm built to help companies lead through transformation. As breakthrough innovations reshape industries,&nbsp;redefine competition and change our society, complex and highly competitive ecosystems emerge. Keystone advises technology leaders, Fortune 100 companies, their legal counsel, and&nbsp;governments on business, economic, litigation, and regulatory strategy in relation to these innovations and competitive eco-systems. We operate globally from offices in New York, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, London, Dubai, and Washington, D.C.</p></div><p></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About Keystone</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Keystone is a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm built to help companies lead through transformation. As breakthrough innovations reshape industries,&nbsp;redefine competition&nbsp;and change our society, complex&nbsp;and highly competitive&nbsp;ecosystems&nbsp;emerge. Keystone&nbsp;advises technology leaders, Fortune 100 companies, their legal counsel, and governments on business,&nbsp;economic,&nbsp;litigation, and regulatory strategy&nbsp;in relation to these innovations and competitive eco-systems. We operate globally from offices in New York, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, London, Dubai, and Washington, D.C.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">We’re growing quickly and looking for an exceptional&nbsp;</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Consultant and AI Agent Manager</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">&nbsp;to help clients move from AI ambition to AI-native execution. This role is designed for someone who combines structured consulting judgment with hands-on fluency in agentic AI systems, modern technology architecture, and rigorous analytical problem-solving.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About the Consultant and AI Agent Manager – AI Strategy Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">The Consultant and AI Agent Manager will work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and execution. You will scope ambiguous business problems, develop testable hypotheses, conduct rigorous analysis, and translate findings into clear client-ready recommendations. Just as importantly, you will operate as a builder: using, managing, and improving AI agents as part of the delivery team to accelerate workflows, raise quality, and create tangible client value.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">This is not a traditional strategy consulting role with AI as a side topic. Success requires high comfort working directly with AI tools, managing human-in-the-loop workflows, and partnering with technical and non-technical stakeholders to prototype and operationalize AI-enabled solutions.</span><span data-contrast="none">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Key Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Drive AI-Native Strategy Work&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Structure ambiguous client problems into clear workplans, hypotheses, analyses, and recommendations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Conduct independent research, market analysis, technology landscape assessments, and competitive benchmarking.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Synthesize complex findings into crisp narratives for client executives, technical teams, and internal leadership.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Help identify high-impact AI use cases and translate them into pragmatic execution roadmaps.</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Manage AI Agents as Part of the Delivery Team</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Use agentic AI systems to complete and accelerate core consulting workflows, including research, synthesis, analysis, drafting, QA, and knowledge management.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Manage AI agents for quality, integration, human-in-the-loop review, and optimal contribution to project outcomes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Design repeatable AI-enabled workflows that improve speed, rigor, and client value.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Evaluate outputs critically and maintain high standards for accuracy, judgment, and confidentiality.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Build, Prototype, and Implement</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Work directly with AI tools rather than only advising from a distance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Prototype solutions, prompts, workflows, and light technical approaches alongside clients and internal teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Partner with engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders to understand feasibility, constraints, and implementation paths.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Bring a practical understanding of cloud infrastructure, data pipelines, LLM integration, and enterprise software ecosystems to client work.</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Own Client-Ready Deliverables</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Prepare high-quality analyses, memos, presentations, and executive communications.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Manage discrete workstreams with strong ownership, judgment, and attention to detail.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Contribute to client meetings and workshops with clear communication and structured thinking.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments where priorities evolve quickly.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What You’ll Bring</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Required</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="22" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Experience in strategy consulting, business strategy, AI strategy, product strategy, technology strategy, or similarly rigorous analytical project work.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">High level of comfort using AI tools and agentic workflows directly in professional work, including tasking agents, reviewing outputs, identifying gaps, and improving workflow quality.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Ability to evaluate AI-assisted outputs for quality, accuracy, business relevance, and client readiness.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Proven ability to translate research, expert input, client context, and AI-generated outputs into polished client-facing materials.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Practical understanding of how business processes can be broken down, documented, and redesigned for AI-enabled delivery.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Proven builder orientation: willingness to roll up sleeves, use tools directly, prototype workflows, and implement practical solutions with clients.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Working fluency in modern AI and enterprise technology architecture, including cloud infrastructure, data pipelines, enterprise software, and LLM integration.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Exceptional structured problem-solving, analytical, and quantitative skills, including rigorous research, market analysis, and technology landscape&nbsp;assessment.Excellent&nbsp;communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Adaptability, resilience, and ownership in fast-paced client-service environments.</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Preferred</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Prior experience at a top-tier consulting firm, AI-native company, technology company, or high-growth product environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Experience supporting AI transformation, workflow automation, knowledge management, or enterprise AI adoption initiatives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with prompt engineering, AI evaluation, RAG workflows, data governance, or responsible AI practices.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Experience working directly with senior clients or cross-functional executive stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Exposure to economics, litigation, regulatory, financial services, legal, or other complex analytical domains.</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">What Sets You Apart</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Exceptional intellectual horsepower and structured judgment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Bias toward building, testing, and improving rather than producing theoretical recommendations only.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">High standards for quality, precision, and ownership.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Ability to move fluidly between strategy, technology, analysis, and client communication.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="20" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Intellectual curiosity about how AI changes business models, workflows, and competitive dynamics.</span>&nbsp;<br><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Why Join Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Help build an AI-native advisory capability inside a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Work on complex, high-stakes client problems where AI can materially change outcomes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Operate with exceptional colleagues across technology, economics, management science, and strategy.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Develop rapidly in a team that values ownership, rigor, and practical innovation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">Salary Range: $140,000-$190,000</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span data-contrast="none">At Keystone we believe diversity matters. At every level of our firm, we seek to advance and promote diversity, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure our colleagues have a deep sense of respect and belonging. If you are interested in growing your career with colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures, consider Keystone.</span><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{">&nbsp;</span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>In addition to annual salary, we provide an annual discretionary bonus, 401k contribution, and competitive benefits package. Actual Compensation within the range will depend upon the level the individual is hired into based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.</p></div><div class="title">Annual Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$140,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$190,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>At Keystone we believe diversity matters. At every level of our firm, we seek to advance and promote diversity, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure our colleagues have a deep sense of respect and belonging. If you are interested in growing your career with colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures, consider Keystone.</p></div>