Head of AI Technology - AI Innovation Team - Head of Data Science & Data Software Engineering

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing Anglo-American tech team as the Head of AI Technology. This pivotal role involves architecting and delivering an innovative AI strategy, leading a dynamic team, and driving transformative initiatives across the organization. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and a culture of innovation, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of AI and data science. The role offers flexibility with remote work options, significant financial investment in R&D, and the potential for career progression as the firm expands. If you're passionate about AI and ready to lead, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

25% Bonus

18% Pension Contribution

Private Healthcare Allowance

Strong Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles focused on data and AI.
• Strong knowledge of AI/Data Governance and Data Engineering.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and alignment of AI initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of innovative data science/AI technology.
• Drive transformative AI initiatives company-wide.
• Mentor multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with other leaders.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Data Governance

AI Frameworks

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Ethical AI Principles

Cloud Platforms

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

BigQuery

Microsoft Fabric

Azure ML

Job description

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Head of AI Technology - AI Innovation Team - Head of Data Science & Data Software Engineering, London

Client:

Aventis Solutions

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Aventis Solutions has partnered with a fast-growing Anglo-American tech team seeking a Head of AI, Data Science & Data Engineering (Software Engineering) to architect, build, and deliver an innovative AI strategy and drive transformative AI initiatives company-wide. This is your chance to be at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technology to create solutions that matter.

Salary: £150,000-175,000 + 25% bonus + 18% pension contribution + private healthcare allowance + strong benefits package

Location: Remote-based + London HQ + New York tech team (very flexible on travel)

Future Outlook: There will be potential for vertical and horizontal progression in this role as the firm expands. Potential to be a fully-fledged CAIO as you prove the capability.

• Data/AI Pedigree: Proven experience in senior leadership roles focused on data, artificial intelligence, or software engineering / information technology.
• Tech-savvy: Proficiency in modern data technologies (e.g., cloud platforms, big data ecosystems, AI frameworks such as Databricks, Snowflake, BigQuery, Microsoft Fabric, or similar).
• All-rounder: Strong knowledge of key CDO/CAIO areas such as AI/Data Governance/Quality/Management, Data Engineering, Data Science, Data Operations, Data Architecture.
• Commercial: Exceptional strategic thinking with the ability to align AI initiatives to business goals. Always looking for synergies with other departments' strategies.
• Leader: Strong leadership skills with a track record of mentoring multidisciplinary teams, scaling teams, and working with other leaders, including finance, HR, and marketing.
• AI Market Knowledge: Understanding of ethical AI principles, data privacy regulations, and emerging AI trends. (We can always hire someone for this, though!).
• Financial Services: Knowledge or experience working for or with banks, insurers, asset managers, or similar.
• Innovative: A genuine passion for innovation, combined with pragmatism to deliver high-impact solutions. Experience with modern tech like Cursor AI, LLMs (ChatGPT, Groq, or similar), and Azure ML is a bonus.
• Communication: Fluent in written and spoken English.

Role Overview:

Head of Artificial Intelligence Technology Team: This team will be expanding gradually, and this role will be crucial to leading the development and management of truly innovative data science / AI technology capabilities. This forms part of a new AI Innovation Team, akin to a research and development lab initiative, so we seek individuals who can drive this forward. Heavy financial investment has already been made into the R&D lab for tech innovation, providing access to advanced tools and resources to push AI and digital innovation boundaries.

Interested? Please submit your CV via LinkedIn or message Billy Hall for further information.

Aventis Solutions is acting on behalf of our partner.