AI Business Analyst (Consultant) | Blackstone Portfolio Company | Enterpise SaaS | Remote

We’re partnered with a PE-backed SaaS leader (acquired for $4.6B in 2023) entering year three of its PE journey. The company provides enterprise technology for meetings, events, and hospitality, supporting 30,000+ customers globally and powering millions of events across in-person, virtual, and hybrid formats. The Role The AI Business Analyst contractor will sit within a newly formed internal “AI Factory” sponsored by the CIO. The goal: centralize, assess, and prioritize business-led AI ideas—rather than spreading them across existing BA teams. You’ll act as the primary intake and decision point for AI initiatives, particularly across HR, Finance, and Marketing, helping determine which ideas are viable, valuable, and worth further investment. What You’ll Do • Serve as the single POC for business-driven AI ideas • Translate concepts into clear, actionable requirements • Partner with developers on rapid AI POCs (e.g., Salesforce data modeling, AI automation, Glean) • Within 1–2 weeks, assess POCs and recommend go / no-go decisions • Confidently challenge senior stakeholders and push back on low-value ideas • Help evolve the role into a broader enterprise AI data and strategy function What They’re Looking For • Strong Business Analyst experience in enterprise environments • Exposure to AI, automation, or data-driven initiatives • Comfortable influencing senior leaders and saying “no” when needed • Consulting mindset with a focus on speed, value, and ROI Why It’s Compelling • High visibility with the CIO and leadership team • Real ownership over AI investment decisions • Clear path from AI POCs to firm-wide AI strategy • PE-backed environment focused on impact and execution Note: Our client cannot provide visa sponsorship, so candidates must be fully authorized to work in the US without restrictions or through a third-party employer.