Head of AI

Atos; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in the UK is seeking a Head of Artificial Intelligence to drive their AI strategy and delivery. This leadership role involves defining AI initiatives, developing solutions across industries, and ensuring effective governance in AI implementations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AI and digital transformation while demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of AI within the organization.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Opportunities for career growth

Recognition in ESG criteria

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large-scale AI or digital transformation programs.
• Ability to turn AI vision into commercial success from ideation to delivery.
• Understanding of AI technologies and emerging trends.
• Executive presence to communicate complex concepts to stakeholders.
• Experience building high-performing teams and influencing leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the UK&I AI strategy for Atos.
• Lead the development of AI services and shape strategic partnerships.
• Drive the creation of AI-powered solutions aligned to industry verticals.
• Serve as Atos's public voice on AI at events and media.
• Develop and implement AI governance frameworks.

Skills

AI and machine learning technologies

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Job description

About Atos Group

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands - Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris. The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to lead our UK&I AI strategy, practice, and delivery. This role combines the inspirational energy of an AI evangelist, helping clients, partners, and colleagues see what's possible, with the commercial acumen and operational discipline of a business leader who ensures that AI initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes. As Head of AI, you will drive our position as a trusted AI transformation partner, enabling customers across industries to leverage the opportunities data & AI provide, at scale. In conjunction with the global AI leadership, you will lead the development of AI services, whilst shaping strategic partnerships and ensuring delivery excellence across the UK&I geography. Furthermore, with data & AI playing a key role in the Atos transformation, you will provide transformative leadership to the UK&I community, support global AI initiatives, and help shape our Customer AI journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the UK&I AI strategy that positions Atos as a leader in trusted and responsible AI.
• Act as a transformation leader, develop and embed AI capabilities across our portfolio-cloud & MI, digital workplace, cybersecurity, business applications, and managed services.
• Translate emerging AI trends and technologies into actionable, high-value propositions for clients and internal operations, creating strategic-level narratives that articulate the value of AI.
• Transform and lead the Full Stack Engineering (FSE) organization, embedding Agentic AI technologies and principles to accelerate value realization.

• Lead the creation of AI-powered solutions and go-to-market offerings aligned to key industry verticals (e.g., public sector & defense, healthcare & manufacturing, financial services, and transport & utilities).
• Partner with client executives to identify and shape transformative AI opportunities that drive measurable business impact.
• Support sales, bids, and account teams with thought leadership, solution design, and executive-level engagement.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics that link AI investments directly to the client and business value.

• Serve as the organization's public voice on AI, representing Atos at industry events, media, and partner ecosystems.
• Promote an AI-first mindset internally, fostering innovation and collaboration across technical and non-technical teams.
• Build and nurture relationships with leading technology providers, start-ups, and academic partners to accelerate innovation and co-creation.

• Lead the development and implementation of AI governance frameworks, ensuring ethical, transparent, and compliant deployment across client solutions.
• Work with legal, risk, and data privacy teams to uphold the highest standards of trust and accountability in all AI initiatives.
• Contribute to global policy dialogues and industry collaborations on responsible and human-centric AI.

• Ensure capability development and career growth within the AI practice, creating a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Manage budgets, partnerships, and delivery pipelines with a clear focus on profitability and sustainability.
• Ensure alignment with the brilliant basics' ethos of operational excellence for the AI practice.

About You

Essential Experience

• Proven experience leading large-scale AI, data, or digital transformation programs in a global enterprise or consulting environment.
• Demonstrated ability to turn AI vision into commercial success, from ideation through to scalable delivery.
• Strong understanding of AI and machine learning technologies, architectures, and emerging trends (e.g., generative AI, MLOps, edge AI).
• Executive presence and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to senior stakeholders and customers.
• Track record of building high-performing teams and influencing cross-functional leadership at scale.
• Experience in building and running an autonomous business unit, as part of a wider organization, ensuring operational excellence.

Desirable

• Experience shaping AI service lines or business units within a systems integrator, consultancy, or technology firm.
• Strong connections within the AI ecosystem-partners, vendors, research communities, and regulators.
• Familiarity with global compliance and ethical frameworks for AI (e.g., EU AI Act, ISO 42001).

Personal Attributes

• Visionary and grounded - blends strategic foresight with delivery pragmatism. Influential communicator - can inspire both clients and technical teams.
• Commercially astute - understands the economics of AI delivery and client value. Ethically driven - committed to safe, human-centered AI.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial - thrives in a matrixed, fast-evolving global environment.

Why Join Atos

At Atos, we are shaping the future of digital transformation through trusted, sustainable, and responsible AI. As Head of AI, you will lead at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and execution, empowering clients and industries to realize the full potential of intelligent technology. Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.
Atos is a recognized leader in its industry across Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria. Find out more on our CSR commitment.
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