AI Strategy Lead

Degroof Petercam; Brussel; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Degroof Petercam Academy

Competitive compensation package

Flexible working hours & teleworking

Employee Social Engagement Program

International mobility

Résumé du poste

Degroof Petercam invites applications for an AI Strategy Lead to shape AI initiatives across our investment management activities. You will define the AI strategy, identify scalable opportunities, and develop a roadmap that fosters a learning, adaptable environment.

You will coach AI engineers, collaborate with data teams and business units, and contribute to data governance and responsible AI use. Fluency in English is essential, Dutch or French a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, data science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in AI strategy or implementation.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and how they create value in business contexts.
• Experience contributing to transformation projects or process improvements.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with strong communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Define and drive the AI strategy for the investment management pillar aligned with group priorities and regulatory standards.
• Identify high-impact opportunities to improve processes and decision-making using AI.
• Build and execute a roadmap for an adaptable, learning organization.
• Coach AI engineers and colleagues to turn ideas into tangible solutions.
• Collaborate with data teams, quant experts, and business teams to translate needs into scalable AI solutions.
• Shape the company’s data strategy, including data quality, accessibility, and governance.
• Ensure AI development uses ethics, transparency, and data integrity.
• Improve processes and support IT, Operations, and Transformation teams.

Connaissances

AI strategy

Stakeholder management

Python

SQL

ML concepts

Communication

Ethical AI

Data governance

Transformation experience

Team coaching

Formation

Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Data Science

Outils

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-learn

Description du poste

Context

Degroof Petercam Asset Management distributes its managed funds internationally. We are establishing a dedicated AI cell within the company to drive innovation and efficiency across our value chains. This cell will be supported by a Senior AI Transformation Officer and operate under the lead of the Chief Technology and Operations Officer, in close collaboration with the Group CDO cell.

Context

Degroof Petercam Asset Management distributes its managed funds internationally. We are establishing a dedicated AI cell within the company to drive innovation and efficiency across our value chains. This cell will be supported by a Senior AI Transformation Officer and operate under the lead of the Chief Technology and Operations Officer, in close collaboration with the Group CDO cell.

Your position

Role

As AI Strategy Lead, you will play a key role in shaping how AI creates impact across our investment management activities:

• You define and drive the AI strategy for the investment management pillar, ensuring alignment with group priorities and regulatory standards.
• You identify high-impact opportunities to improve processes and decision-making, based on your experience with AI strategy and implementation.
• You build and execute a roadmap that helps the organization grow into a learning, adaptable, and innovation-driven environment.
• You coach and support AI engineers and colleagues, helping ideas turn into real, impactful solutions.
• You work closely with a diverse set of stakeholders—data teams, quant experts, business teams—to translate needs into scalable AI solutions.
• You contribute to shaping the company’s data strategy, including data quality, accessibility, and governance.
• You ensure AI is developed and used responsibly, with a strong focus on ethics, transparency, and data integrity.
• You actively improve processes and support teams across IT, Operations, and Transformation.

You will report directly to the Chief Technology and Operations Officer.

This position is open to candidates seeking permanent eployment. we are not considering consultants, contractors or consulting firms.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, data science, or a related field, with an interest in financial services.
• 3–5 years of experience in AI strategy or implementation (experience can come from different environments).
• A good understanding of AI/ML concepts and how they can create value in business contexts.
• Experience contributing to transformation projects or process improvements.
• Working knowledge of Python, SQL, and ML tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn); openness to learning is equally valued.
• A structured and analytical mindset, combined with curiosity and creativity.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with a strong team spirit.
• The ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• A strong sense of responsibility around ethical AI and data privacy.
• Professional working proficiency in English, with knowledge of Dutch or French as a plus.
• Motivation to learn, grow, and make a tangible impact.

Candidates with strong, genuine motivation not meeting every requirements are also encouraged to apply.

Our offer

For more than 150 years, Degroof Petercam has been a reference investment house. Entrepreneurship is our DNA, expertise is our fuel. You will become part of a company with highly skilled, talented and passionate experts that aim for nothing less than excellence. The impact of our work goes beyond profit by looking at business from a broader perspective, challenging those who want to intellectually. As a part of Indosuez Wealth Management and Crédit Agricole, we offer our people ongoing learning and development and mobility on an international scale.

In addition to our fascinating work environment, we also offer:

• A broad offer of learning & development programs including a Degroof Petercam Academy for both professional and personal goals.
• An attractive and market conform compensation package
• Flexible working hours & teleworking
• An Employee Social Engagement Program
• Access to the same Private Banking Expertise as our clients