Senior Business Advisor, Ai

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• Flexible and competitive benefits , including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few

• In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal
  days ,
  sick days as necessary , and our offices are closed
  from December 25 to January 1

• A hybrid
  work model that truly balances work and personal life

• Opportunities for learning ,
  training and development , and much more

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The AI Business Advisor serves as a trusted strategic advisor to Canadian entrepreneurs seeking to leverage artificial intelligence to improve performance, productivity, and long‑term competitiveness. Operating at the intersection of business strategy, operations, and emerging technology , this role helps clients move from AI curiosity to practical, value‑driven adoption
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The Advisor works with SMEs across industries to assess AI readiness, identify high‑impact use cases, define responsible AI strategies, and oversee the delivery of AI‑enabled advisory mandates. The role emphasizes business outcomes, governance, and adoption rather than technical model development, ensuring AI initiatives are aligned with client strategy, data maturity, and operational realities.

• Act as a senior advisor to entrepreneurs and management teams on AI strategy, readiness, and adoption, translating complex AI concepts into clear business decisions and priorities.
• Lead diagnostic engagements assessing data maturity, operational processes, and organizational readiness for AI adoption.
• Identify, prioritize, and validate AI use cases that deliver measurable business value (e.g., productivity, revenue growth, cost optimization, customer experience).
• Provide executive‑level guidance on AI risk, ethics, governance, and responsible use in alignment with organizational values and regulatory expectations.

• Lead and oversee the delivery of standard and customized AI advisory mandates, ensuring quality, impact, and alignment with advisory methodologies.
• Coordinate with internal specialists, delivery consultants, and external partners as required to execute AI‑enabled solutions.
• Ensure strong client adoption through change management, capability transfer, and executive alignment.
• Maintain accountability for mandate outcomes, timelines, scope, and client satisfaction.

• Support the development and evolution of AI advisory offerings, frameworks, and tools, incorporating best practices in responsible and ethical AI use.
• Contribute to internal thought leadership, training materials, and workshops to build AI literacy among advisors and clients.
• Represent the AI advisory practice in business development activities, client presentations, and selected external events.
• Stay current on AI trends, platforms, and the Canadian AI ecosystem to inform client advice and solution design.

• 8+ years of experience in management consulting, technology advisory, digital transformation, or related strategic advisory roles.
• Proven experience advising senior executives on business…