AI Business Consultant

AI Business Consultant (Bilingual: English & Japanese) Location: Tokyo, Japan Salary: JP¥8,000,000 – JP¥15,000,000 per annum (Approx. US$49,900 – US$93,500) About the Company Our client is a global technology and digital transformation leader with a strong footprint across Asia, Europe, and North America. The organisation specialises in delivering end-to-end IT services, consulting, and advanced technology solutions, supporting large-scale enterprises across multiple industries. With a reputation built on innovation, deep technical expertise, and strategic partnerships, the company works with leading organisations in sectors such as financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, energy, and consumer goods. Its core focus is helping clients drive business transformation through data, AI, and next-generation digital technologies. The Opportunity We are seeking a highly motivated AI Business Consultant to join a growing consulting practice in Tokyo. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy and advanced technology, helping enterprise clients unlock value from AI, data, and digital transformation initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, global experts, and senior stakeholders to shape and deliver impactful solutions—from strategy through to implementation. Key Responsibilities Partner with clients to identify business challenges and define AI-led transformation strategies Lead consulting engagements focused on AI adoption, data utilisation, and digital transformation Analyse business processes and design future-state operating models leveraging AI technologies Develop proposals and business cases for customer experience transformation and new digital services Work closely with global teams and technology partners to deliver integrated, end-to-end solutions Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and apply insights to client engagements Contribute to new business development and support the growth of the consulting practice Typical Client Profile You will work with large, multinational organisations across a variety of industries, including: Financial services and insurance Manufacturing and automotive Telecommunications and technology Energy and utilities Consumer goods and retail Requirements Core Skills & Experience Proven experience in consulting, business analysis, or digital transformation roles Strong capability in problem structuring, hypothesis development, and logical reasoning Experience engaging with clients, gathering requirements, and delivering proposals Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and business documentation Ability to manage stakeholders and drive initiatives across internal and external teams Strong interest in AI, data analytics, and emerging technologies with a desire to apply them in a business context Preferred Experience Background in a consulting firm or professional services environment Industry knowledge in sectors such as manufacturing, finance, or distribution Experience in AI solution planning or implementation Exposure to global projects or cross-border collaboration Familiarity with Agile methodologies Experience working with offshore or distributed development teams Language Requirements Japanese: Business fluency (essential) English: Business proficiency (essential) Why Join Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and digital transformation initiatives Exposure to high-profile, multinational clients Collaborative, international work environment Clear career progression within a rapidly growing consulting practice Recruitment Process Application screening First interview (online) Two-stage interview process (online or in-person) Final leadership interviews