Forward-Deployed Strategist

Forward-Deployed Strategist

• Title of Role: Forward-Deployed Strategist
• Location: San Francisco, hybrid
• Company Stage of Funding: Venture-Backed — AI, Enterprise, Data
• Office Type: Hybrid
• Salary: $160K–$200K

Company Description

We're representing a dynamic venture-backed firm at the forefront of AI, enterprise solutions, and data analytics. This company is dedicated to transforming complex business challenges into actionable strategies that empower organizations to make informed decisions quickly and effectively. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, they are shaping the future of enterprise AI.

What You Will Do

• Engage directly with senior executives at Fortune 100 clients to identify their strategic goals and operational challenges related to AI.
• Utilize SQL to analyze customer data, validating insights and uncovering limitations to inform solution development.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Product teams to design and implement customized, scalable solutions based on field insights.
• Lead client workstreams, facilitating SteerCo meetings to ensure project execution remains on track.
• Translate complex data and customer feedback into actionable strategies that influence the product roadmap and drive product-market fit.

Ideal Candidate Background

• 4–10 years of experience in a client-facing role within a top-tier consulting or strategic environment.
• Proven experience working directly with enterprise clients, ideally engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in SQL for data analysis and insight validation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead major client-facing workstreams from diagnosis through execution, aligning multiple stakeholders.

Preferred

• Experience in AI, data analytics, or digital transformation projects with strategic depth.
• Familiarity with fast-paced startup environments and cross-functional collaboration with product and engineering teams.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary for this role ranges from $160K to $200K, reflecting the high caliber of talent sought. In addition to competitive compensation, the company offers a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and innovation.