Lead AI Engineer - London Area

Harnham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnham is seeking a senior AI and analytics leader to drive client engagements and deliver measurable change across sectors. The role emphasizes translating technical designs into operational solutions with hands-on delivery on-site.

You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, identify high-impact AI opportunities, and embed advanced analytics into client operations while maintaining strong stakeholder alignment and practical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience taking digital ideas from concept through to operational impact.
• Deep capability in AI, data science, advanced analytics, or digital tooling.
• Ability to turn technical designs into practical, in-operation solutions.
• Confident leading teams and managing stakeholders across technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• Skilled at communicating complex ideas simply and clearly.
• A hands-on, client-centric approach with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Comfortable working on-site with clients to drive change in real time.

Responsibilities

• Identify high-impact opportunities to apply AI, data science, analytics, and digital tooling.
• Lead technical workstreams, including the design and delivery of machine learning solutions and digital tools.
• Work closely with client teams on the ground to embed solutions directly into operations.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams that combine people, processes, and technology to deliver sustainable results.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor colleagues and help shape best-practice approaches across digital programmes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas into client delivery.

Skills

AI/ML

Data science

Advanced analytics

Digital tooling

Stakeholder management

Client delivery

Communication

Tools

AI platforms

ML libraries

Job description

Salary: £76,000 - 83,000 per year

Requirements:

• Strong commercial experience taking digital ideas from concept through to operational impact.
• Deep capability in AI, data science, advanced analytics, or digital tooling.
• Ability to turn technical designs into practical, in-operation solutions.
• Confident leading teams and managing stakeholders across technical and non-technical backgrounds.
• Skilled at communicating complex ideas simply and clearly.
• A hands-on, client-centric approach with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Comfortable working on-site with clients to drive change in real time.

Responsibilities:

• Identify high-impact opportunities to apply AI, data science, advanced analytics, and digital tooling.
• Lead technical workstreams, including the design and delivery of machine learning solutions and digital tools.
• Work closely with client teams on the ground to embed solutions directly into operations.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams that combine people, processes, and technology to deliver sustainable results.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor colleagues and help shape best-practice approaches across digital programmes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas into client delivery.

Technologies:

• AI
• Support
• Machine Learning

More:

We are a collaborative organisation known for delivering meaningful, measurable change across both public and private sectors. We partner closely with clients to solve complex challenges using AI, data science, and digital innovation. Our culture is low-ego and focused on developing exceptional talent. This is a hybrid role working on client site, with client travel essential as we drive change alongside client teams. We offer clear progression pathways, structured development support, exposure to high-impact projects across diverse sectors, and access to a collaborative digital community using the latest technologies.