AI Strategy Consultant

About:

SailGP is the most exciting race on water, where anything can happen in short, adrenaline-fueled battles between 12 national teams at iconic stadium-style destinations worldwide. Top athletes fly in identical high-tech F50 catamarans racing faster than the wind, at speeds approaching 100kph competing for the sport's top prize money.

Founded in 2018, SailGP is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties. Heading into its fifth season, SailGP provides a year-round calendar of 14 annual events.

SailGP also races for a better future, championing a world powered by nature. In 2020, SailGP set a new standard as the first climate-positive sports and entertainment property and began delivering actions and innovations that advance the global adoption of clean energy. Underpinning the organisation's purpose-driven agenda is a diversification of the league, with the goal of immediately progressing gender and racial equity and inclusivity.

SailGP is a global organisation with defined values that shape the culture of its team: deliver quality, break boundaries, make an impact, stand together and strike a balance.

Summary:

You are a forward-thinking professional with a strong understanding of Artificial Intelligence and its real-world applications. You're excited by the opportunity to explore how AI can transform an innovative, high-performance organization like SailGP.

This role is a 6-12 month contract position.

What sets you apart:

• AI Expertise: You have deep knowledge of AI trends, tools, and technologies and can confidently evaluate their relevance and value for various operational contexts.
• Strategic Mindset: You can see the bigger picture, identifying opportunities for AI to create impact across different areas of a business.
• Analytical and Inquisitive: You love diving into data, asking the right questions, and uncovering insights that drive informed decision-making.
• Collaboration and Communication: You thrive in collaborative environments, engaging with diverse teams, and communicating your ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Presentation Skills: You can distill complex ideas into compelling presentations that inspire and inform senior leadership.

You're not just a technical thinker; you're also curious, adaptable, and eager to make a tangible impact. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear your perspective on how AI can help shape the future of SailGP.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Review:
  • Conduct a holistic assessment of SailGP's operations to identify areas where AI could drive efficiency, innovation, or improved decision-making.
  • Analyze industry trends and benchmarks to identify best practices and emerging opportunities in the AI space.
• Collaboration with Partners:
  • Engage with SailGP's technology partners to understand their AI strategies, learn from their experiences, and integrate relevant insights.
  • Build strong working relationships with internal teams to understand their operational challenges and potential AI needs.

Deliverables:

• Prepare a detailed report for leadership that includes:
  • Identified AI use cases.
  • Cost-benefit analyses.
  • Feasibility studies and timelines for implementation.
  • Strategic recommendations and potential risks.
  • Provide insight into how SailGP can adapt to the cultural changes that come with AI adoption.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership in a clear and compelling manner.

Key Expectations:

• Deep knowledge of AI technologies, trends, and their practical applications.
• Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving mindset.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Inquisitive, proactive, and collaborative approach to work.
• Understanding of operational challenges in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Experience working within sports, technology, or innovative organizations (preferred).
• Desirable project management experience with the ability to drive complex, cross-functional initiatives.

About You:

• Excellent organisational skills and able to prioritise based on importance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to build relationships quickly across all SailGP employees including senior management.
• Able to be flexible to adapt to changing needs.

SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.