AI & Automation Manager

Method Resourcing; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to build an automation function

Blend of hands-on work and leadership

Exposure to AI and intelligent automation

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy is seeking an experienced AI & Automation Manager in Birmingham to drive automation solutions and strategy. This hybrid role blends hands-on technical work with strategic leadership, focusing on transforming clients' operations using RPA technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder management skills, a background in UiPath or Blue Prism, and a passion for AI innovations.

Qualifications

• Experienced in building and scaling automation functions.
• Proven background in RPA delivery or solution architecture.
• Strong understanding of automation lifecycle and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of automation solutions.
• Shape automation strategy and client engagement.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.

Skills

RPA delivery

Solution architecture

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Automation strategy

Tools

UiPath

Blue Prism

Power Automate

Python

Azure AI

Job description

AI & Automation Manager

Birmingham - Hybrid

Are you an experienced RPA Developer or Solution Architect ready to take the next step into a strategic leadership role?

We’re working with a leading UK consultancy that’s expanding its AI & Automation practice, delivering intelligent automation and AI-driven transformation for clients across finance, accountancy, and the public sector.

You’ll lead the design and delivery of automation solutions using platforms like UiPath, Blue Prism, and Power Automate, while shaping automation strategy, best practice, and client engagement.

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to build and scale an automation function
• Blend of hands‑on technical work and strategic leadership
• Exposure to AI, intelligent document processing, and emerging agentic automation
• Opportunity to coach and mentor junior members of the team
• Proven background in RPA delivery or solution architecture (UiPath, Blue Prism, Power Automate)
• Strong understanding of automation lifecycle, governance, and design standards
• Ability to translate business problems into scalable automation solutions
• Experience integrating automation with AI, data, or cloud technologies (Python, APIs, Azure AI, etc. desirable)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A proactive mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology, Consulting, and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, IT System Data Services, and IT System Design Services