Director AI Roadmap

Liberty Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm seeks a Director for AI Roadmap to spearhead product strategy across all markets. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience in product management and AI technology insights. Successful applicants will drive the AI product initiatives and collaborate across various departments to ensure innovative solutions. This role offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave plus ability to purchase additional days

Wellness benefits including mental health support

Pension contribution up to 10%

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Discounted gym memberships

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in product management roles.
• Proven track record in developing and launching technology products.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in pricing strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AI product roadmap and development initiatives.
• Define and execute AI product portfolio strategy.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver AI product solutions.

Skills

Product management

Commercial strategy

AI/ML knowledge

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Advanced degree in Business Strategy or related field

Job description

We’re looking for a Director AI Roadmap

You will lead Liberty Global's comprehensive AI product roadmap and commercial strategy across all business units and markets. Function as a senior product owner responsible for developing, prioritizing, and executing AI product initiatives that deliver measurable business value. Drive AI product development from concept through commercial deployment and user adoption, combining deep technical expertise with strong commercial acumen to ensure Liberty Global maintains a competitive advantage through strategic AI product innovation and market positioning.

What will you be doing?

AI Product Strategy & Roadmap Leadership

• Understand the market trends , new developments in AI world a nd come up with vision and strategy on AI in Liberty Global

• Define and execute Liberty Global's AI product portfolio strategy, incorporating market opportunities, customer needs, and competitive landscape analysis across all European markets

• Lead AI product roadmap development and prioritization, balancing technical feasibility with commercial viability and strategic business objectives

• Drive AI product investment decisions, resource allocation, and go-to-market strategies in collaboration with executive leadership and business unit heads

• Establish product success metrics, commercial KPIs, and performance frameworks to measure AI product impact and market success

AI Product Development & Commercial Execution

• Lead end-to-end AI product development from ideation through market launch, ensuring products meet customer needs and business requirements

• Own and drive AI cluster revenue and benefit targets on a yearly bases , as agreed and set in mutual consent by Liberty Global

• Drive product requirements definition, feature prioritization, and product specification development for AI-powered solutions and services

• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility while maintaining product vision and commercial objectives

• Set product goals and use scorecards to monitor adoption and outcomes.

• Steer the roadmap efficiently using product metrics and adapting quickly to industry trends.

• Manage AI product lifecycle including market research, competitive analysis, pricing strategy, and commercial positioning

Cross-Functional Product Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Drive cross-functional collaboration with engineering, data science, marketing, sales, and operations teams to deliver AI product solutions

• Lead product discovery and validation processes, incorporating customer feedback, market research, and business requirements

• Partner with commercial teams to develop AI product pricing strategies, revenue models, and market positioning approaches

• Coordinate with legal and compliance teams to ensure AI products meet regulatory requirements and ethical guidelines

AI Market Intelligence & Partnership Development

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis of AI trends, customer demands, and competitive product offerings to inform product strategy

• Build strategic partnerships with AI vendors, technology providers, and research institutions to accelerate product development and market access

• Drive AI product thought leadership through industry engagement, conference participation, and market positioning activities

• Lead vendor evaluation and partnership negotiations for AI technologies and platforms that support product development objectives

Product Performance Management & Optimization

• Establish AI product performance measurement frameworks including user adoption, customer satisfaction, and commercial success metrics

• Drive continuous product improvement through data analysis, customer feedback, and market performance assessment

• Lead product optimization initiatives including feature enhancement, user experience improvement, and commercial model refinement

• Conduct regular product portfolio reviews and strategic pivots based on market feedback and business performance

We tend to look for people with:

Essential:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in product management, product strategy, or commercial product leadership roles within technology organizations

• Proven track record in developing and launching technology products with demonstrable commercial success and market impact

• Deep understanding of AI/ML product landscape including customer applications, commercial models, and market dynamics

• Strong commercial acumen with experience in pricing strategy, revenue model development, and product P&L management

• Experience with large-scale product development, stakeholder management, and cross-functional team leadership

• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills with experience in market research, competitive analysis, and product strategy development

Preferred education/qualification:

• Experience in telecommunications, media, or technology infrastructure industries with understanding of customer experience and service delivery

• Background in product management consulting, strategy development, or commercial product roles

• Experience with AI product commercialization and go-to-market strategy execution in European markets

• Track record of successful vendor partnerships, product ecosystem development, and technology platform integration

• Knowledge of regulatory environments and compliance requirements for AI products in telecommunications

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS) in Business Strategy, Product Management, Computer Science, or related field with strong commercial focus

Core competencies

Product Strategy & Commercial Vision

• Ability to translate AI technology capabilities into compelling product propositions with clear commercial value and market differentiation

• Strategic product thinking with understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive positioning

Commercial Product Management

• Strong product management expertise with experience in product lifecycle management, pricing strategy, and revenue optimization

• Commercial acumen including P&L management, business case development, and market analysis capabilities

Customer & Market Focus

• Deep customer empathy with ability to translate customer needs into product requirements and commercial opportunities

• Market intelligence and competitive analysis capabilities for AI product positioning and strategy development

Cross-Functional Leadership & Execution

• Exceptional stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills with technical and commercial teams

• Product execution capabilities with experience managing complex product development initiatives and go-to-market strategies

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + Bonus **where applicable**

• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more

• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance

• Matched pension contribution up to 10% (UK only)

• Free public transport subscription (NL only)

• 24 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off

• Discounted gym and wellness memberships

• Access to our car benefit scheme

• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us

• The chance to join an innovative, fast- paced and passionate team

Who we are:

Liberty Global is a dynamic team of operators and investors committed to generating and delivering value through the strategic management of our three platforms: Liberty Telecom, Liberty Growth and Liberty Services.

Liberty Telecom delivers next-generation products through our advanced fibre and 5G
networks, providing over 80 million fixed and mobile connections across Europe through well-
known brands such as Virgin Media O2, VodafoneZiggo and Telenet.

Liberty Growth is our $3bn investment portfolio of fast-growing businesses in content, tech,
and infrastructure which includes stakes in ITV, Televisa Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the
Formula E racing series, as well brands such as Wyre, nexfibre , Egg and Believ .

Liberty Services is our newest platform spearheaded by Liberty Blume, providing tech-
enabled professional services to the Liberty Global Group and 3rd party businesses.

Working at Liberty Global means a career at the heart of a vibrant, innovative group of companies driving value for shareholders, people and society.

L ibe rty Global is an equal opportunity employer. If you are curious and resilient with a limitless mindset, we’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.