Head of Artificial Intelligence AI

The Portfolio Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS company in the UK is seeking a Head of Artificial Intelligence to drive their AI transformation strategy. This role involves hands-on leadership in generative AI and machine learning, leading initiatives from vision to production. The ideal candidate will have substantial production experience, a strong background in AI technologies, and a degree in a related field. The position offers an excellent compensation package, including bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Excellent Salary

Bonus

Car Allowance

Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience leading AI/ML/Data science projects with measurable business impact.
• Production experience with Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and RAG systems is essential.
• Strong knowledge in Knowledge Graphs and semantic technologies required.

Responsibilities

• Own the company's AI strategy and identify high-value opportunities.
• Lead AI initiatives from vision through to production deployment.
• Build business cases that influence senior stakeholders.

Skills

Production experience with Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and RAG systems

Strong knowledge of Knowledge Graphs and semantic technologies

Proficient in Python, SQL, PyTorch/TensorFlow

Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, DevSecOps and secure ML pipelines

Proven experience in AI/ML/ Data science leadership with measurable business impact

Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science or related STEM field

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science or related STEM field

Tools

Python

SQL

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Head of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Location: Manchester

Salary: Excellent Salary + Bonus + Car Allowance + Benefits

Shape the Future of AI

Join an award‑winning, internationally recognised SaaS leader as their Head of AI- (Associate Director) and take the helm of their artificial intelligence transformation. This dynamic and progressive role where you will define the organisation generative AI and machine learning strategy, with hands‑on technical leadership to build production‑grade AI capabilities that deliver cutting‑edge client solutions and optimise business performance.

The Role

• Own the company's AI strategy and identify high‑value opportunities
• Lead AI initiatives from vision through to production deployment
• Build business cases that influence senior stakeholders
• Empower teams to scale AI across the organisation
• Maintain technology RADAR and manage AI governance and risk

Required Skills & Experience

• Production experience with Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and RAG systems
• Strong knowledge of Knowledge Graphs and semantic technologies
• Proficient in Python, SQL, PyTorch/TensorFlow
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, DevSecOps and secure ML pipelines
• Proven experience in AI/ML/ Data science leadership with measurable business impact
• Degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science or related STEM field

Imagine leading AI innovation with genuine autonomy and working an entrepreneurial, world‑class leadership team. You won't just advise or research you will execute production systems serving a prestigious international client base. Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to lead strategic decision making, technical delivery and market impact, backed by a market‑leading international organisation offering an excellent compensation package.