Forward Deployed Strategist — Enterprise AI Automation (Growth-stage)

Forward Deployed Strategist

Snapshot: $150K–$225K base + equity · San Francisco or New York City · On-site (5 days) · Visa sponsorship available · 2–7+ yrs (consulting / enterprise sales / forward-deployed)

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client is a venture-backed AI company (~40 people, founded 2023) that automates complex enterprise processes using an English-based programming language plus AI — running workflows against sensitive data with 98%+ quality across 500K+ production runs for Fortune 500 companies. This role owns the commercial and executional success of the most strategic enterprise deployments: converting Fortune 500 leads into pilots and scaling them to production.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Convert warm CEO leads into 7–8 figure pilots with Fortune 500 executives, owning the full commercial relationship. Deep-dive into customer processes, align stakeholder networks, and set success metrics before implementation. Lead cross-functional delivery teams (including engineers) through pilot execution and production scaling. Navigate complex enterprise dynamics and maintain executive alignment. Drive account expansion from pilot through global deployment.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

First 90 days: take ownership of active strategic deployments and build executive alignment. First year: convert pilots to production, expand accounts, and establish the deployment playbook.

MUST-HAVES (one of)

2+ years at MBB consulting, or 4+ years at Tier-2 consulting; or enterprise sales/AE experience at Series C+ companies selling to Fortune 500; or a forward-deployed role at a company like Palantir. Plus: direct ownership of enterprise relationships, strong commercial instincts, and excellent project delivery. Based in or willing to relocate to SF or NYC.

NICE-TO-HAVES

Experience leading technical delivery teams; 7–8 figure enterprise deal experience; background bridging commercial and engineering.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

$150K–$225K base (USD), competitive equity. Visa sponsorship available.

LOCATION & WORK MODEL

On-site 5 days/week in San Francisco or New York City.

HIRING PROCESS

Our team will walk you through the full interview process when we connect.

ABOUT THIS SEARCH

This is a confidential search managed by our recruiting team on behalf of our client. We've kept the company name off the posting — apply and we'll share full details and introduce you directly. We're an equal-opportunity partner and welcome applicants of all backgrounds; compensation reflects the role's posted range.