AI Strategy Manager

NatWest Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an AI Strategy Manager, where you'll lead the development and implementation of innovative AI strategies in the financial sector. This influential role requires collaboration with skilled professionals to enhance business plans and drive strategic thinking. You will have the opportunity to promote continuous improvement and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while providing valuable training on AI topics. If you are passionate about AI and eager to make a significant impact within a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• In-depth experience in AI strategy development within the financial sector.
• Strong understanding of machine learning and deep learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the function’s strategy and deliver product backlog for AI solutions.
• Lead cross-functional teams to identify AI integration opportunities.

Skills

AI strategy development

Machine learning

Deep learning

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cloud computing

Education

Certification in AI or related fields

Tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

• This is an influential role where you’ll be working in a dynamic environment in collaboration with highly skilled AI professionals.
• You'll be supporting all aspects of the function’s activities, with a focus on the strategic analysis of business plans, projects, opportunities, and associated problem solving.
• You'll be in a strong position to progress within the bank due to the breadth of knowledge gained in such a strategic role.

What you'll do

As an AI Strategy Manager, you’ll be helping to successfully manage the function’s strategy and deliver its product backlog, producing customer value in a continuous, iterative fashion. You’ll be promoting continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to enhance the strategy’s development in line with evolving techniques and best practices, as well as assisting with developing business plans and offering challenge to improve the quality of outputs.

Your role will also involve:

• Developing and implementing Generative AI and Predictive AI strategies aligned with the bank's overall business goals.
• Leading cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for AI integration across departments.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business needs and translating them into AI solutions.
• Monitoring AI trends and advancements to ensure the bank remains at the forefront of technology.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards in AI applications.
• Providing training and support to staff on AI-related topics.
• Delivering high-quality executive briefings on external perspectives, including industry trends and competitor activity.
• Driving strategic thinking across the function.

The skills you'll need

We’re looking for a thought leader with in-depth experience in AI strategy development and implementation within the financial sector. You’ll have a strong understanding of machine learning, deep learning, and other AI technologies. Ideally, you will have certification in AI or related fields.

You’ll also demonstrate:

• The ability to communicate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and ethical considerations in AI.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Project management and leadership skills.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and AI frameworks.

Hours: 35

Job Posting Closing Date: 03/05/2025

Ways of Working: Hybrid

About the company

NatWest Group plc is a majority state-owned British banking and insurance holding company, based in Edinburgh, Scotland.