Freelance Business Consultant, ML Research

Role Overview

One of Keystone Recruitment's clients is partnering with a leading AI research lab to engage experienced management consulting professionals on a project basis. In this Freelance Business Consultant, ML Research role, you will translate real-world consulting workflows into structured tasks, datasets, and evaluation criteria to help improve advanced AI systems’ reasoning and problem-solving capabilities.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals who can work independently, think in structured frameworks, and collaborate asynchronously in a deliverables-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Break down end-to-end consulting workflows (problem structuring → analysis → synthesis) into clear task specifications and evaluation rubrics.
• Review, edit, and benchmark AI-generated outputs such as market analyses, strategic recommendations, operating models, and executive summaries.
• Create high-quality reference examples (e.g., issue trees, analytical models, slide outlines) that reflect professional consulting standards.
• Identify logical gaps, unsupported assumptions, and weak reasoning in AI outputs; document failure patterns and improvement guidance.
• Collaborate asynchronously with researchers and fellow contributors using structured documentation and written feedback.

Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience at a top-tier management consulting firm or reputable boutique consultancy.
• Strong understanding of hypothesis-driven problem solving and executive-level synthesis.
• Advanced skills in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Experience with market sizing, financial/operating analysis, and qualitative research.
• Excellent written communication and structured thinking skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Role Details

The expected commitment for this Freelance Business Consultant, ML Research role is 10+ hours per week, structured around deliverables with defined quality standards. This is a fully remote position with flexible scheduling and ongoing support for best practices and clarifications.

Application Process

To apply, submit a brief resume or LinkedIn profile outlining your consulting background and areas of expertise. You will complete a short skills questionnaire, and a time-boxed exercise may be used to assess fit. Selected candidates will be contacted with next steps and additional project details. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics, and reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

This engagement is as an independent contractor, offering fully remote work on a flexible schedule. The project scope may be extended, shortened, or concluded based on needs and performance. Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution. Weekly payments will be made via supported payment platforms based on services rendered.

Key skills/competency

• Management Consulting
• AI/ML Research
• Problem Structuring
• Data Analysis
• Strategic Recommendations
• Executive Synthesis
• PowerPoint
• Excel
• Qualitative Research
• Structured Thinking