Applied AI & Analytics - Principal Consultant

Capco is hiring an Applied AI & Analytics - Principal Consultant in London, United Kingdom. Level rates it ; you can apply on Capco.

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Level rates this AI consultant role Works on AI ●●●○: the daily work is on AI products, without building the model.
The posting mentions MLOps and AI safety among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a lead role.
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Applied AI & Analytics - Principal Consultant

Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent

Lead AI-enabled data and analytics programmes that deliver measurable impact across Financial Services. Lead the AI future.

The Role

You’ll lead complex, AI-enabled data and analytics programmes across the financial services sector, combining strategic leadership with deep expertise in applied AI, machine learning and advanced analytics to help clients deliver measurable outcomes at scale.

What You’ll Do

Scope, prioritise and shape AI and analytics initiatives across top-tier financial institutions
Lead end-to-end delivery, from problem definition through to delivery, balancing business value, technical feasibility and data readiness
Own delivery outcomes across AI-enabled initiatives, working hands-on with data scientists, engineers and client stakeholders
Provide leadership and mentoring to data scientist and AI engineers, supporting capability growth across analytics, AI and ML
Represent Capco’s Data Practice externally, contributing to AI-focused propositions, partnerships and thought leadership

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience leading AI-driven data and analytics programmes within consulting or complex enterprise environments
Strong expertise across applied AI, machine learning, advanced analytics and their integration into modern data platforms to guide delivery, challenge design decisions and ensure solutions scale in production
Knowledge about evolving cutting-edge AI technologies - including Agentic AI, GenAI advancements, Knowledge Graphs etc.
Demonstrated ability to translate AI and analytics capabilities into clear business value for senior stakeholders
Experience designing, governing and scaling AI solutions within regulated Financial Services environments
Confidence operating across multiple workstreams while building sustainable AI and analytics capability within teams

Bonus Points For

Hands-on experience with AI product development, MLOps, model lifecycle management or AI platform engineering
Knowledge of responsible AI, model risk management, AI governance or ethical AI frameworks
Experience supporting AI strategy, roadmap definition or AI-enabled operating models
Comfortable supporting commercial/strategic discussions with internally and with clients

Why Join Capco

Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations and in-house first aiders.
Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause and bereavement.
Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
Continuous Learning: Minimum 40 Hours of Training Annually: Take your pick - workshops, certifications, e-learning - your growth, your way. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
Extra Perks: Gympass (Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.

We have been informed of several recruitment scams targeting the public. We strongly advise you to verify identities before engaging in recruitment related communication. All official Capco communication will be conducted via a Capco recruiter. #LI-DNI

How we rate this

Applied AI & Analytics - Principal Consultant at Capco rates 67 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Works on AI (AI Level 3 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Works on AI. The daily work is on AI products, without building the model.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Applied AI & Analytics - Principal Consultant is an open job at Capco.
Level rates this role AI Level 3 of 4: Works on AI.
The role is based in UK - London.
The job was posted on January 31, 2026.
Seniority: lead.
Applications are handled by Capco. Apply on Capco

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Pay

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