Lead AI Solutions Architect

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a highly experienced Lead AI Solutions Architect for a 6-month contract in London. This pivotal role involves designing and implementing scalable AI solutions while ensuring compliance with government standards. Candidates should have a strong understanding of AI/ML, experience in regulated environments, and excellent stakeholder communication skills. Ideal applicants will have hands-on experience with AI platforms like AWS and Azure and be capable of delivering impactful AI initiatives directly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience scaling AI solutions in complex, regulated environments.
• Deep understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle, model governance, and ethical AI.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Architect enterprise-level AI frameworks and solutions.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align AI strategy with business goals.
• Mentor teams and support cross-government alignment of AI initiatives.

Skills

Scaling AI solutions

AI/ML lifecycle understanding

Communication skills

Hands-on AI platforms (AWS, Azure, Google)

Regulated environment experience

Tools

AWS Bedrock

Azure AI Foundry

Google Vertex

Open-source AI/ML stacks

Job description

Lead AI Solutions Architect

6 Month initial contract (Hybrid/London)

Up to 750 per day Inside IR35

Government client

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead AI Solutions Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of scalable AI solutions and develop Target Operating Models (TOMs) that align with strategic goals. This role is pivotal in accelerating the adoption of transformative AI tools across government departments, ensuring ethical, secure, and impactful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect enterprise-level AI frameworks and solutions.
• Design and implement Target Operating Models for AI integration.
• Ensure compliance with government standards and security protocols.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align AI strategy with business goals.
• Contribute to reusable architecture patterns and internal capability uplift.
• Mentor teams and support cross-government alignment of AI initiatives.

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience scaling AI solutions in complex, regulated environments.
• Deep understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle, model governance, and ethical AI.
• Hands-on experience with platforms such as AWS Bedrock, Azure AI Foundry, Google Vertex, and open-source AI/ML stacks.
• Familiarity with Agentic AI Frameworks and risk-based AI assurance.
• Strong grasp of DPIAs, data protection, and transparency requirements.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.
• Background in regulated environments with the ability to translate complex requirements into deliverable solutions.

Additional Criteria

• Direct authorship of solution design documentation.
• Experience in developing architectural guardrails and technical standards.
• Hands-on delivery of AI solutions - not just oversight.
• Preference for candidates with a "doer" mindset - technically capable and execution-focused.