AI Safety Director — Strategic R&D Leader

Faculty; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Annual Leave Policy

Private healthcare and dental

Enhanced parental leave

Family‑Friendly Flexibility

Hybrid Working

Job summary

A leading AI company in Greater London seeks a Senior Technical Leader in AI safety to drive their research and development agenda. This role involves owning the technical strategy, leading an R&D team, and shaping policies on AI safety globally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI safety research and experience in managing technical teams. You will have the opportunity to work with prestigious clients, including government sectors, and contribute to meaningful advancements in the field.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing R&D budgets and mentoring staff.
• Deep expertise in safety-critical systems and large language models.
• Strong scientific and publication background in machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical strategy for AI safety.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing R&D team.
• Drive academic impact through machine learning projects.
• Shape market-leading offerings for safety solutions.
• Oversee technical delivery of AI safety projects.

Skills

AI safety research

Leadership in technical teams

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Scientific background in machine learning

Education

PhD or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

A leading AI company in Greater London seeks a Senior Technical Leader in AI safety to drive their research and development agenda. This role involves owning the technical strategy, leading an R&D team, and shaping policies on AI safety globally. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI safety research and experience in managing technical teams. You will have the opportunity to work with prestigious clients, including government sectors, and contribute to meaningful advancements in the field.