EY GDS Consulting AI and DATA Oil and Gas Consulting leader- Executive Director

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

Job Title: Senior Leader Oil and Gas Domain

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced leader with over 25 years of expertise in the Oil and Gas sector particularly within the consulting industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives developing AI use cases and enhancing our solutions and assets to deliver exceptional value to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage client engagements in the Oil and Gas sector focusing on AI/Gen AI strategy and implementation.
• Develop and execute innovative AI/Gen AI use cases in AI Gen AI and Agentic AI that align with client needs and industry trends.
• Oversee the application of technologies in AI Gen AI and Agentic AI to improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and enhance solutions and assets tailored to client requirements.
• Drive talent management initiatives including recruitment training and development of high-performing teams.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including clients partners and industry leaders.
• Stay abreast of industry developments emerging technologies and regulatory changes to inform strategic decision-making.
• Mentor and guide junior team members fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Lead the development and implementation of data/AI governance frameworks to ensure data quality integrity and security.
• Advocate for the use of on-prem/cloud-based AI Gen AI and Agentic AI solutions to enhance data processing capabilities enabling real-time analytics and improved business outcomes.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of AI initiatives providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Encourage a culture of innovation by identifying opportunities for generative AI applications within the Oil and Gas sector driving new service offerings and business models. Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to identify and prioritize data-driven opportunities that enhance client outcomes. Advocate for the integration of advanced analytics and machine learning techniques into client solutions to drive innovation.
• Continuously monitor changes in industry standards adapting and advising clients on strategies and practices to ensure ongoing compliance and risk management.

Qualifications:

• 25 years of experience in the Oil and Gas sector with a strong background in consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully leading large-scale projects and initiatives in Data/AI strategy and implementation.
• Deep understanding of the Oil and Gas industry landscape including regulatory requirements and industry challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a focus on talent development and team building.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Demonstrated thought leadership with Research publications and/or books patents if any are preferred.

EY Building a better working world

EY exists to build a better working world helping to create long-term value for clients people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow transform and operate.

Working across assurance consulting law strategy tax and transactions EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.