Artificial Intelligence (AI) Director for a Consulting Group, UAE

DIKTUCOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A management consulting company is seeking an Associate Director to oversee AI strategic development and governance. The role involves defining the AI vision, aligning initiatives with business goals, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Information Technology and have strong knowledge of machine learning. Living in the UAE is appreciated, and a visa will be provided. This full-time role requires immediate engagement for a period of 6 to 12 months.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of machine learning, data science, natural language processing or computer vision.
• Ability to link AI initiatives to larger business strategy.
• Living in UAE appreciated; visa provided.
• Capable of articulating both technical and business value to varied audiences.
• Living in UAE appreciated; visa provided.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the organization's AI vision and long‑term strategy.
• Align AI initiatives with business goals and objectives.
• Lead the planning and execution of AI projects.
• Manage cross‑functional teams including data scientists and product managers.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery, quality, and ethical integrity of AI systems.
• Build and lead a high‑performing AI team.
• Mentor technical staff and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate AI smoothly.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, AI Act).
• Stay up‑to‑date on emerging AI technologies, tools and methodologies.
• Make strategic decisions on whether to build in‑house solutions or adopt third‑party platforms.
• Report to executive leadership or the board on progress, impact and future plans.

Skills

Leadership skills

AI project management

Collaboration

Machine learning knowledge

Data science understanding

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Information Technology

Job description

Client

Management Consulting Company

Ideal Candidate

The Client is seeking a highly capable Associate Director with a strong senior leadership position focused on overseeing the strategic development, implementation and governance of AI technologies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Define and drive the organization's AI vision and long‑term strategy.
• Align AI initiatives with business goals and objectives.
• Identify opportunities for AI across products, operations, and customer service.
• Lead the planning and execution of AI projects.
• Manage cross‑functional teams (data scientists, ML engineers, product managers).
• Ensure timely delivery, quality, and ethical integrity of AI systems.
• Build and lead a high‑performing AI team.
• Mentor technical staff and foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with other departments (IT, Legal, Operations) to integrate AI smoothly.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, AI Act).
• Stay up‑to‑date on emerging AI technologies, tools and methodologies.
• Make strategic decisions on whether to build in‑house solutions or adopt third‑party platforms.
• Report to executive leadership or the board on progress, impact and future plans.

Desired Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Information Technology or related field.
• Ability to link AI initiatives to larger business strategy.
• Deep knowledge of machine learning, data science, natural language processing or computer vision.
• Capable of articulating both technical and business value to varied audiences.
• Living in UAE appreciated; visa provided.

Workload / Location

Full‑time in UAE on‑ground.

Start Date

Immediate need.

Period of Engagement

6–12 months hiring.

Rate

Competitive; able to attract qualified candidates.