AI & Innovation Lead — Hybrid, 6-Month Contract

Rullion Managed Services; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Ltd is seeking an Innovation Manager for a 6-month contract in Solihull. The role is hybrid with 2 office days per week and focuses on identifying, developing and delivering technology-driven innovation opportunities across the client’s business.

You will shape the innovation pipeline, lead AI and automation initiatives, build compelling business cases, and drive adoption of emerging technologies while aligning with governance and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading innovation, technology transformation, or emerging technology initiatives within a large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of AI, automation, digital technologies, and their business application.
• Experience delivering measurable value through innovative solutions and technology adoption.

Responsibilities

• Lead the I&C Technology Innovation function and manage a prioritised pipeline aligned to business strategy.
• Act as the primary technology innovation lead for AI, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Develop and execute a portfolio of innovation initiatives from ideation to implementation and productisation.
• Create ROI-based business cases to demonstrate value of new technologies and investments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify pain points and opportunities for innovative solutions.
• Promote safe, secure, and compliant adoption of AI and innovation practices.

Skills

Innovation leadership

AI adoption

Emerging technologies

Stakeholder management

Portfolio management

Governance & compliance

Job description

Rullion Ltd is seeking an Innovation Manager for a 6-month contract in Solihull. The role is hybrid with 2 office days per week and focuses on identifying, developing and delivering technology-driven innovation opportunities across the client’s business.

You will shape the innovation pipeline, lead AI and automation initiatives, build compelling business cases, and drive adoption of emerging technologies while aligning with governance and compliance requirements.