AI Transformation & Value Realization Lead

DISCOVERED; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

The UAE bank is seeking a senior strategist to drive value realization across its AI portfolio, partnering with business leaders and executives to translate AI investments into measurable outcomes.

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, transformation and AI, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on business integration and change management to embed AI solutions into day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in strategy, transformation or related field.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders on strategy or value realization initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with hands-on attitude.
• Excellent executive presence and communication with stakeholders at senior levels.
• Proven stakeholder management, workshop facilitation and presentation skills.
• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel capabilities.
• Proactive, outcome-oriented mindset and ability to navigate ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Lead value sizing, measurement and benefits realization across strategic AI initiatives.
• Develop business cases, KPI frameworks and executive reporting for senior leadership.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and secure alignment on value targets, priorities and outcomes.
• Translate AI capabilities into business impact by identifying adoption, process and operating model changes needed to unlock value.
• Lead business integration and change management activities to embed AI solutions into day-to-day operations, including communications and working sessions.
• Influence strategic decisions through rigorous analysis, structured problem-solving and executive storytelling.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Structured thinking

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Workshop facilitation

PowerPoint

Excel

Hands-on mindset

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

The UAE bank is seeking a senior strategist to drive value realization across its AI portfolio, partnering with business leaders and executives to translate AI investments into measurable outcomes.

This role sits at the intersection of strategy, transformation and AI, combining rigorous analysis with hands-on business integration and change management to embed AI solutions into day-to-day operations.