Senior Manager - AI Operations

at; Österreich; Remote; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading professional services firm in Austria is seeking a Senior Manager in AI Operations to accelerate their AI strategy. In this high-impact role, you will oversee the integration and safe operation of AI technologies. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science, proven experience in AI operations, and leadership skills. This opportunity offers competitive benefits and a focus on professional development.

Leistungen

Fitness challenges

Corporate health insurance discounts

Gym memberships

Annual leave enhancements

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in AI operations or similar roles within corporate environments.
• Strong knowledge of AI technologies, machine learning and data analysis.
• Experience in Professional Services (Accounting/Advisory/Legal) highly regarded.

Aufgaben

• Translate strategy into actionable plans and oversee AI technologies integration.
• Manage incidents, releases, and operational readiness for AI products.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote ethical AI usage.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and manage suppliers.
• Foster a collaborative environment and guide cross-functional teams.
• Provide executive updates on operational health and drive continuous improvement.

Kenntnisse

AI technologies

Machine learning

Data analysis

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Ausbildung

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Power Platform

Microsoft 365 Copilot

Jobbeschreibung

At BDO Australia, our why is 'empowering people, realising possibilities'. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services.

About the Role

Location: National (all locations) | Division: Strategy & Transformation

We're looking for an experienced Senior Manager in AI Operations to accelerate the execution of our AI strategy and ensure the seamless integration and safe operation of AI technologies across the firm. This is a high‑impact role blending technical depth with strategic influence, where you will remove operational blockers, embed Responsible AI practices, and deliver measurable outcomes.

What you'll do

• Lead AI Operations: Translate strategy into actionable plans and oversee day‑to‑day delivery and integration of AI technologies.
• Drive Service Excellence: Manage incidents, releases and operational readiness for AI products and platforms.
• Champion Responsible AI: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and BDO policies, and promote ethical AI usage.
• Collaborate & Influence: Build strong stakeholder relationships, manage suppliers and participate in technical forums.
• Lead & Mentor: Foster a collaborative environment and guide cross‑functional teams in AI best practices.
• Report & Improve: Provide executive updates on operational health, risks and key metrics while driving continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

• Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proven experience in AI operations or similar roles within corporate environments.
• Strong knowledge of AI technologies, machine learning and data analysis.
• Leadership and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in Professional Services (Accounting/Advisory/Legal) highly regarded.
• Certifications (Microsoft, ITIL, AI/ML) and experience with Azure AI, Power Platform and Microsoft 365 Copilot desirable.

Why BDO?

Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market‑leading professional services firm. Our national and global footprint provides opportunities to work on interesting client engagements across diverse industry sectors and services.

Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors to guide and accelerate your professional career across a wide array of career pathways.

We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial and professional development benefits to help realise what's possible. Benefits include fitness challenges, exclusive discounts on corporate health insurance, gym memberships, wellness facilities, travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast, employee referral rewards, study and professional development support.

Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our Bee Caring program.

With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on‑the‑job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.

Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).