Interim AI Project Manager

1st Executive; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for an AI Implementation / Project Manager for a major scientific organisation. This hybrid role involves setting AI governance, implementing tools and workflows, and leading training initiatives. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in project management and a proven track record in AI or digital transformation. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in complex global organisations are essential. This is a high-visibility and urgent requirement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience as a project or implementation manager.
• Proven delivery of AI or digital transformation initiatives.
• Confidence working in complex, global matrix organisations.

Responsibilities

• Set clear AI governance and direction for Global Communications.
• Identify and prioritise high-value AI use cases.
• Implement AI tools, agents, and workflows with measurable impact.
• Launch a practical AI training and upskilling programme.
• Build and lead a network of AI change champions.

Skills

Project management

AI implementation

Digital transformation

Communication skills

Job description

AI Implementation / Project Manager - Global Communications

Rate: £540 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Client: Major Scientific Organisation

Location: Hybrid and Manchester

Duration: Until end of July 2026

An hands‑on, interim AI implementation lead to help a global Communications team move fast and scale smart.

This role is about turning AI ambition into reality; building agents, workflows and skills that drive efficiency, creativity, and better decision‑making across communications.

The Role

• Set clear AI governance and direction for Global Communications
• Identify and prioritise high-value AI use cases
• Implement AI tools, agents, and workflows with measurable impact
• Launch a practical AI training and upskilling programme
• Build and lead a network of AI change champions

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience as a project or implementation manager
• Proven delivery of AI or digital transformation initiatives
• Confidence working in complex, global matrix organisations
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Nice to have

Experience in corporate communications or change programmes

This is a high‑visibility role for someone who can move quickly, bring clarity, and help teams do their best work with AI.

This is an urgent requirement – if interested, please apply asap and any questions, email claire.shipman@1st‑executive.com.