AI Lead - Strategy and Delivery

Keyrus UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Keyrus UK is seeking an AI Manager/Lead to shape and deliver innovative AI solutions. This hybrid role involves leading teams, managing client interactions, and driving business development. Join a dynamic and supportive work environment committed to professional growth and learning.

Benefits

Competitive holiday allowance

Comprehensive Private Medical Plan

Flexible working patterns

Workplace Pension Scheme

Sodexo Lifestyle Benefits

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Referral Bonus Scheme

Training & Development via Keyrus Learning Experience

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML, 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in cloud platforms and data engineering practices.
• Fluency in other languages valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of AI-driven solutions.
• Oversee projects ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of innovation.

Skills

Python

R

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Solution-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

Empowered by our motto, "Making Data Matter", Keyrus stands at the forefront of global consultancy in Data & Analytics, AI & Machine Learning, and Digital Transformation. With a presence in 27 countries across 4 continents, we're on a mission to elevate the impact of data.

We are data experts, guiding our clients through their data journey regardless of their level of maturity in analytics. As an end-to-end partner, we address varied challenges that our clients face, from Advanced Analytics, Cloud, Data Governance, Visualisation to Enterprise Performance Management, from advisory to delivery.

With more than 3200 employees in all corners of the world, Keyrus is dedicated to helping businesses taking advantage of the Data and Digital paradigm to enhance their performance, facilitating, and accelerating their transformation, and generating new drivers of growth, competitiveness, and sustainability.

Job Summary

At Keyrus, we're on a mission to transform data into a powerful, real-world impact. We're looking for a curious, collaborative, and technically strong AI Manager / Lead to help shape and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions for our clients.

If you're someone who thrives on solving complex problems, loves staying ahead of the curve in AI/ML technologies, and enjoys mentoring others, this could be your next step.

As our AI Manager / Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in both strategy and delivery. You'll lead the development, deployment, and management of AI-driven solutions across a range of exciting projects.

This role combines hands-on technical work with leadership, client interaction, and business development responsibilities.

We're looking for someone who can comfortably switch between coding, communicating complex ideas to stakeholders, guiding project teams, and helping clients imagine what's possible with AI.

This is a Hybrid role in Canary Wharf.

Key Responsibilities

• Shaping and delivering AI strategies that align with both client goals and Keyrus services.
• Leading cross-functional teams of data scientists, engineers, and consultants to deliver high-impact AI projects.
• Acting as the go-to AI expert for clients-helping them understand and explore the value of AI.
• Supporting pre-sales activities, contributing to proposals, and presenting solutions with clarity and confidence.
• Overseeing projects from concept to completion-ensuring high-quality delivery, on time and within scope.
• Guiding the development and deployment of AI/ML models, integrating the latest tools and practices.
• Mentoring team members and nurturing a culture of innovation, learning, and collaboration.
• Ensuring all AI solutions meet ethical standards, data privacy requirements, and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements for the role

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in AI/ML, with 3+ years in a leadership or managerial role (consulting experience is a plus).
• Strong hands-on skills in Python and/or R.
• Experience working with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with data engineering practices and a solid understanding of AI ethics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a willingness to travel when needed.
• Fluency in other languages will be valued

Why Keyrus?

Joining Keyrus means joining a market leader in the Data Intelligence field and an (inter)national player in Management Consultancy and Digital Experience.

You will be part of a young and ever learning enterprise with an established international network of thought leading professionals driven by bridging the gap between innovation and business. You get the opportunity to meet specialised and professional consultants in a multicultural ecosystem.

Keyrus gives you the opportunity to showcase your talents and potential, to build up experience through working with our clients, with the opportunity to grow depending on your capabilities and affinities, in a great working and dynamic atmosphere.

Keyrus UK Benefits:

• Competitive holiday allowance
• Very comprehensive Private Medical Plan
• Flexible working patterns
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Sodexo Lifestyle Benefits
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Referral Bonus Scheme
• Training & Development via KLX (Keyrus Learning Experience)

Locations London Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary 83 - 100