Innovation Strategist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Innovation Strategist based in the United States . Join a forward-thinking consulting team helping organizations turn emerging technologies and innovative ideas into practical business outcomes. As an Innovation Strategist, you will lead client-facing projects focused on AI strategy, digital transformation, process optimization, and organizational change. You will work closely with business leaders to identify opportunities, define strategic priorities, and develop actionable roadmaps that support sustainable innovation. Through interactive workshops and collaborative engagements, you will help clients align stakeholders, establish governance frameworks, and navigate the complexities of AI adoption. You will translate complex business and technical concepts into clear recommendations, executive presentations, and operational playbooks. Working in a fully remote, collaborative environment, you will contribute to client success while helping strengthen internal methodologies and innovation best practices. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who combines analytical rigor, consulting expertise, and compelling storytelling to drive meaningful organizational change.

Innovation and AI Strategy: Lead and execute client engagements focused on innovation strategy, enterprise AI enablement, digital transformation, and business process improvement. Workshop Design and Facilitation: Design and facilitate interactive workshops to assess organizational needs, identify innovation opportunities, align stakeholders, and develop strategic roadmaps. Strategic Planning and Execution: Partner with business leaders to translate organizational objectives into clear priorities, actionable execution plans, and measurable outcomes. Governance and Risk Management: Develop governance frameworks, operating models, and risk mitigation strategies that support responsible AI adoption, effective decision-making, and scalable innovation. Client Deliverables: Create high-quality client-facing materials, including strategy presentations, executive briefings, implementation roadmaps, and operational playbooks. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients and facilitate alignment across business, technology, and leadership teams to ensure strategic recommendations are practical and achievable. Account Growth and Pre-Sales: Support account planning, proposal development, and pre-sales activities by contributing strategic insights and helping shape new client opportunities. Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to internal knowledge repositories, reusable frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to strengthen consulting capabilities and delivery consistency. Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about emerging AI capabilities, innovation practices, and enterprise technology trends to identify opportunities for improving client outcomes. Requirements Professional Experience: At least 5 years of experience in innovation, strategy consulting, digital transformation, or a related field. Consulting Background: Previous consulting experience is preferred, particularly in client-facing engagements involving organizational change, business transformation, or enterprise technology initiatives. AI and Technology Knowledge: Familiarity with AI tools, enterprise AI enablement, and emerging technologies is preferred, along with an understanding of how these capabilities can address business challenges. Business Process and Governance Expertise: Strong understanding of business process design, organizational governance, risk management, and the operational considerations involved in implementing new technologies. Workshop Facilitation: Demonstrated ability to design and lead workshops, engage diverse stakeholders, facilitate strategic discussions, and build consensus around business priorities. Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information, identify opportunities, and translate insights into practical, actionable recommendations. Communication and Storytelling: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including strategic storytelling, executive presentations, and the ability to tailor messages to technical and non-technical audiences. Executive Presence: Ability to communicate confidently with senior leaders, establish credibility, and articulate the business value of innovation initiatives. Project and Organizational Skills: Strong planning, prioritization, and execution capabilities, with the flexibility to adapt quickly to changing client needs and project requirements. Independence and Adaptability: A proactive, self-directed approach, with the ability to learn new business processes and applications quickly and deliver results in a dynamic consulting environment. Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams while maintaining productive client relationships. Portfolio of Work: Ability to provide sanitized examples of previous deliverables demonstrating strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and client-ready communication. Benefits Competitive Compensation: Annual salary range of $125,000–$145,000 USD for eligible US-based candidates. Compensation rates may vary for candidates based in Canada. Fully Remote Work: Flexibility to work remotely from the United States or Canada. Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with 100% of employee medical premiums covered. Flexible Paid Time Off: Generous PTO designed to support work-life balance and personal well-being. Retirement Planning: Retirement plan options to help employees prepare for their financial future. Professional Development: Ongoing training and learning opportunities to strengthen consulting expertise and technical capabilities. Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements that support personal responsibilities and sustainable performance. Wellness Programs: Resources and initiatives designed to promote employee health and well-being. Collaborative Culture: An inclusive environment that encourages knowledge sharing, continuous learning, diverse perspectives, and professional growth. Equal Opportunity: A commitment to fair employment practices and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.