Data & AI Learning Consultant

Forward RoleLondonreedpublished 10/07/2026
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Data & AI Learning Consultant | Remote | £70,000 - £100,000 | Permanent

This is a senior, consultative role for someone who can talk AI and data with a board as comfortably as with a technical team. You'll work with a leading UK tech training provider to diagnose client capability gaps, design tailored Data and AI learning solutions, and help shape the direction of its AI portfolio. It suits a data or AI specialist who wants to move into strategic consultancy, with influence over commercial strategy and market positioning.

The role:

  • Run capability assessments, diagnostics and learning needs analysis to build Data and AI development solutions around a client's strategic priorities
  • Design and deliver AI and Data programmes, academies, workshops and blended learning that show measurable business impact
  • Act as strategic adviser to senior client stakeholders and executive sponsors on AI capability and adoption
  • Shape and evolve the AI learning portfolio across Technical AI, Data Science and AI Leadership, spotting market trends and new propositions
  • Support pre-sales, bids and proposals, including client solution design
  • Mentor Principal and Senior Learning Specialists, and represent the business as a thought leader through speaking, forums or publications

What we're looking for:

  • Significant experience running organisational diagnostics, technical capability assessments and learning needs analysis
  • A track record of designing and delivering AI, technology or leadership development programmes
  • Credibility with senior and executive stakeholders, and the consultancy skills to influence their decisions
  • Experience developing AI learning propositions, workforce upskilling or adoption programmes
  • Proven involvement in major bids, proposals or pre-sales consultancy
  • Strong AI, data science and programming knowledge, confident enough to hold your own in technical discussions
  • Experience mentoring learning professionals or subject matter experts

Desirable:

  • Degree in Mathematics or a related field, or an MSc/PhD in Data Science, AI or Computer Science
  • Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure or GCP)
  • PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

What's on offer:

  • Permanent, site-based role
  • 27 days annual leave (4 of which cover the festive closure) plus bank holidays, with a holiday buying scheme
  • 3 development days and 2 charity days per year
  • Private medical insurance at corporate rates, Medicash plan, Wellhub, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme
  • Pension scheme and an early 4pm Friday finish
  • Access to a large library of digital learning content, with support towards degree or Masters study
  • Disability Confident employer, with a guaranteed interview for disabled applicants who meet the role criteria

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