Description: We are a European SME exploring AI automation to improve internal efficiency and reduce manual workload across operations. We are looking for an experienced AI Automation Consultant to assess our current workflows and propose automation opportunities. Initial scope may include: • Lead capture & CRM automation • Email workflow automation • Internal reporting automation • Document processing (PDF / invoice extraction) • Customer inquiry triage using AI • Integration between tools (Google Workspace, CRM, accounting software, Slack, etc.) We are open to: • Zapier / Make / n8n solutions • OpenAI API integrations • Custom automation frameworks • Low-code / no-code workflows We are looking for someone who: • Has implemented automation for SMEs before • Understands ROI-focused automation • Can explain automation strategy clearly • Is comfortable working with European clients • Can potentially support ongoing optimization (retainer) Please include in your proposal: 1. Examples of automation systems you have built 2. Industries you have worked with 3. Typical budget range for SME automation 4. Whether you prefer project-based or monthly retainer 5. Tools you specialize in This may start as a consultation and evolve into a long-term collaboration. We are not looking for generic AI advice. We are looking for structured, practical automation expertise.