Job Details

Overview

Managing Director, AI Systems & Platforms (Sub-Capability Lead)

This is a senior leadership role reporting to the Country Lead for Data & AI. Location eligible to be in any Slalom office location. This role requires travel up to 30-40% and a hybrid work environment with client-facing and office time as needed.

What You'll Do

• Develop and hire a team of AI leaders capable of delivering Slalom's most complex AI engagements. Drive the continued development and adoption of Slalom's Delivery Excellence program to ensure high-quality AI delivery across engagements and disciplines.
• Partner closely with Market leadership and other Capabilities on AI project execution.

• Capability Vision & Strategy (10%): Drive and connect AI strategy across the Americas markets and other Capabilities. Set vision for Slalom's Delivery Excellence program and provide guidance to drive adoption.
• Go to Market Approach (20%): Create demand by representing Slalom as an AI subject matter expert, speaking at external conferences and events, and generating net-new opportunities. Ignite awareness and demand for AI Capability and client outcomes in North America; participate in campaigns, RFIs, RFPs, workshops, and POCs.

• Business Development & Sales (15%): Participate in multi-capability solutioning and client outcome-based selling with the GTM team. Act as a Solution Lead or SME in pursuit processes and identify SME resources as needed.

• Resource Pipeline (15%): Lead AI-specific hiring rhythms, staffing, and workforce planning; contribute to planning for a dedicated AI capability pool.

• People Development (20%): Support the development of AI team members to lead complex engagements. Mentor AI practitioners to ensure high-quality AI delivery across Slalom. Participate in performance management by providing feedback on AI capability team members.

• Delivery Management (10%): Collaborate with market and capability leaders to implement governance practices, set up complex AI programs for success, and improve outcomes through mitigation strategies. Contribute to AI delivery via billable roles as AI Solution Lead and/or SME roles within the AI sub-capability, with utilization targets defined by level.

• Financial Management (10%): Work with Data & AI leadership to create sub-capability growth and cost projections. Manage forecast against revenue and escalate staffing needs as required.

What You'll Bring

• Inspirational Leadership – Demonstrates forward-looking strategic thinking and a connection to Slalom's AI needs.
• Proactive GTM Mentality – Builds relationships and opportunities to proactively develop the pipeline; initiates leads rather than waiting for others.
• Growth Mindset – Champions high-quality AI delivery as a driver of account and revenue growth for Slalom.
• Collaboration – Strong ability to collaborate across teams and the organization.

Additional

Ability to travel up to 30-40% of the time. The role requires time in a Slalom office, at client sites, and the ability to work remotely; a hybrid work environment is expected with client-facing needs prioritized as appropriate.

About Us

Slalom is a purpose-led global business and technology consulting company. Our approach is human-centric, serving customers and their customers across six countries and 43 markets. We partner with over 400 technology providers and employ more than 13,000 people to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. We are recognized as a great place to work, including Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For seven years running. Learn more at slalom.com.

Compensation And Benefits

Slalom offers a range of benefits including time off, holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with match, health/dental/vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and disability coverage. We also offer a $350 annual well-being reimbursement and discounted insurance options. The base salary range for this position in the US is $240,000 to $384,000 USD, with potential for an annual discretionary bonus. Actual compensation depends on skills, experience, location, and other factors. The salary range may be modified at any time.

EEO and Accommodations

Slalom is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applications from individuals with criminal histories as permitted by law. Reasonable accommodations are available during all stages of the selection process. Please notify the talent acquisition team if you require an accommodation during the interview process.

We will accept applications until December 15th, 2025.