Associate, Data & AI, GISI Ignite in London

About GISI Ignite and Palladium: GISI is a global, employee-owned family of companies focused on construction, infrastructure, earth and environment, and global development. GISI Ignite is GISI's newly launched centralized technology and innovation team, built to strengthen how our operating companies deliver projects and provide expert guidance on AI, data, and digital solutions. We develop scalable platforms, drive workflow modernization, and help operating companies apply cyber-physical solutions that strengthen the performance, resilience, and safety of major capital programs. Palladium, a GISI company, works to design, develop and deliver positive impact on the lives and livelihoods of people around the globe; broaden access to health, water, power, and infrastructure; build enduring, sustainable, and transformative institutions and market systems to address global challenges; and conserve the natural world. We operate in over 90 countries and have a workforce of 2,200 talented, motivated, and diverse staff around the world. This role is hired through Palladium, the operational platform for Ignite.

This Opportunity: The Associate, Data & AI supports GISI’s mission to embed innovation, data, and advanced technology into the DNA of GISI and its Operating Companies (OpCos). This role focuses on data-driven and AI-enabled solutions, working closely with OpCos and internal teams to help deliver impactful technology initiatives. The Associate contributes to the rollout and adoption of new tools and processes, helping to advance GISI’s innovation agenda and strengthen its position as a technology leader. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of work experience and is proficient in data analysis and related tools. Even more important, they are flexible when priorities change, comfortable working in ambiguity, pragmatic, and empathetic.

Location: The role can be based remotely from the Netherlands, UK, or Greece. Candidates must have current work authorization in one of those three countries to be considered. Infrequent travel to the nearest GISI’s office will be on an as needed basis. Please note that although this role will be posted in various locations, there is only one role available.

Reporting Lines: The role reports to the Director, Client Innovation (based in the Netherlands).

Primary Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation and rollout of data, AI, and technology solutions across GISI OpCos and client projects.
• Collect, clean, and analyze data to generate insights that inform decision-making and solution design.
• Work with GISI and OpCos to deliver training, training material, and adoption support.
• Support the testing, deployment, and adoption of AI-driven tools and platforms.
• Document and visualize business processes to identify opportunities for technology-driven improvements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and OpCo stakeholders to understand requirements, gather feedback, and support adoption of new solutions.
• Break down technical and business challenges into actionable tasks, supporting the design and delivery of effective solutions.
• Contribute to the creation of documentation, playbooks, and best practices for data and AI initiatives.
• Stay current with emerging trends in data, AI, and digital innovation relevant to GISI’s business.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in data analysis, AI, technology consulting, or digital transformation (internships and project experience considered).
• Exposure to or interest in areas such as AI, data platforms, digital twin, project management systems, data strategy, or systems integration.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, R, SQL, Power BI) and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and business teams.
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and work successfully in ambiguity.

Desired Criteria:

• Enthusiasm for data, AI, and emerging technologies and their application in business environments.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and proactive approach to teamwork.
• Eagerness to engage with stakeholders and support the adoption of innovative solutions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status.

Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process (due to disability, neurodiversity, or for any other circumstance), please email our team; we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding: We define Safeguarding as "the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm". We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.