Head of Digital and AI Programme

Hays; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as the Head of Digital and AI Programme, where you will lead transformative initiatives that shape the future of the company. This role offers the opportunity to establish and drive a comprehensive roadmap for digital transformation and AI integration, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. You will oversee a portfolio of projects, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standards while engaging with key stakeholders to communicate the vision and progress. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to enhance operations and drive change, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading digital transformation and AI initiatives.
• Strong project management skills and experience with agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Digital and AI Programme, ensuring strategic direction and alignment.
• Oversee delivery of projects, managing budgets and timelines effectively.

Skills

Digital Transformation

AI Integration

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Agile Methodologies

Job description

Hays Technology are working with a client who are looking to add a Head of Digital and AI Programme to their organisation.

This role will include the following key responsibilities:

• Programme Setup and Leadership:
• Establish and lead the Digital and AI Programme, setting strategic direction and ensuring alignment with internal priorities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive roadmap for digital transformation and AI integration
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the programme.
• Project and Product Delivery:
• Oversee the delivery of internal digital and AI projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Manage a portfolio of projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to achieve programme objectives.
• Implement robust project management methodologies (including agile PM) and governance frameworks to monitor progress and mitigate risks.
• Innovation and Collaboration:
• Identify and evaluate emerging digital and AI technologies that can be leveraged to enhance internal operations.
• Collaborate with various departments, industry partners, and suppliers to bring innovative solutions into the programme.
• Lead initiatives to pilot and scale new technologies, ensuring they meet the needs of internal stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior stakeholders, department heads, and technology experts.
• Communicate the vision, goals, and progress of the programme to internal audiences.
• Represent the programme at high-level meetings, conferences, and internal forums.

For more information, please apply with your CV.

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