DescriptionRole - AI Evangelist (Senior Technology Architect)Technology - AI/ ML/Gen AI

OLIVER agency; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a highly experienced Lead AI Solutions Architect in Birmingham to spearhead AI solution design and implementation while aligning with strategic goals. Responsibilities include architecting enterprise-level AI frameworks, ensuring compliance with government security protocols, and collaborating with senior stakeholders. Candidates must have proven experience in complex environments, a deep understanding of the AI lifecycle, and hands-on skills with platforms like AWS and Azure. Competitive pay is offered for this pivotal role in transforming government AI initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience scaling AI solutions in complex, regulated environments.
• Deep understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle, model governance, and ethical AI.
• Strong grasp of DPIAs, data protection, and transparency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Architect enterprise-level AI frameworks and solutions.
• Design and implement Target Operating Models for AI integration.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align AI strategy with business goals.

Skills

Scaling AI solutions in complex environments

Understanding of AI/ML lifecycle

Hands-on experience with AWS Bedrock

Hands-on experience with Azure AI Foundry

Excellent communication skills

Tools

AWS Bedrock

Azure AI Foundry

Google Vertex

open-source AI/ML stacks

Job description

6 Month initial contract (Hybrid/London) Up to £750 per day Inside IR35 Government client

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead AI Solutions Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of scalable AI solutions and develop Target Operating Models (TOMs) that align with strategic goals. This role is pivotal in accelerating the adoption of transformative AI tools across government departments, ensuring ethical, secure, and impactful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect enterprise-level AI frameworks and solutions.
• Design and implement Target Operating Models for AI integration.
• Ensure compliance with government standards and security protocols.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align AI strategy with business goals.
• Contribute to reusable architecture patterns and internal capability uplift.
• Mentor teams and support cross‑government alignment of AI initiatives.

Required Experience & Skills

Proven experience scaling AI solutions in complex, regulated environments. Deep understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle, model governance, and ethical AI. Hands‑on experience with platforms such as AWS Bedrock, Azure AI Foundry, Google Vertex, and open‑source AI/ML stacks. Familiarity with Agentic AI Frameworks and risk‑based AI assurance. Strong grasp of DPIAs, data protection, and transparency requirements. Excellent communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams. Background in regulated environments with the ability to translate complex requirements into deliverable solutions.

Additional Criteria

• Direct authorship of solution design documentation.
• Experience in developing architectural guardrails and technical standards.
• Hands‑on delivery of AI solutions – not just oversight.
• Preference for candidates with a “doer” mindset – technically capable and execution‑focused.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.