Securities Operations AI Delivery Analyst

Adecco; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a Securities Operations AI Delivery Analyst in London. The role focuses on identifying and delivering AI-enabled improvements to securities operations, with responsibility for coordinating across Operations, Technology, Data, Risk and vendors. The position is hybrid, 2–3 days in the office, 7-month contract via umbrella.

You will drive AI adoption to improve efficiency, resilience and controls while partnering with stakeholders and ensuring regulatory alignment.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and delivering AI-enabled solutions in financial services.
• Experience in securities operations processes (settlements, corporate actions) is a plus.
• Vendor management and governance experience.
• Ability to translate operational problems into AI opportunities.

Responsibilities

• AI strategy & transformation: identify AI opportunities and develop an AI roadmap for Securities Operations.
• AI solution delivery: oversee end-to-end delivery of AI-enabled solutions across teams.
• Vendor platform oversight: evaluate AI offerings and align roadmaps with business needs.
• Stakeholder & governance: coordinate AI governance forums and report progress.
• Requirements management: gather requirements and define success criteria with architects.
• Data, controls & risk: ensure solutions comply with governance and risk frameworks.
• Testing & implementation: coordinate testing and oversee deployments and post-launch monitoring.
• Core deliverables: maintain AI use cases and create process-related artefacts and procedures.
• Success measures: deliver AI roadmap initiatives and improve throughput and efficiency.

Job description

Job Title: Securities Operations AI Delivery Analyst

Location: London (2/3 days per week in the office)

Contract Length: 7 months initially

Working Pattern: Via Umbrella company

About Our Client

Our client is a leading player in the financial services industry, dedicated to innovation and excellence. They are currently seeking a dynamic and skilled Securities Operations AI Delivery Analyst to drive the transformation of operational processes through Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions. This role presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of AI adoption, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting strategic business objectives.

Role Purpose

The Securities Operations AI Delivery Analyst will lead the identification, evaluation, design, and delivery of AI solutions across Securities Operations. The successful candidate will coordinate between Operations, Technology, Data, Architecture, Risk, Compliance, vendors, and business stakeholders to implement AI-driven solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance controls.

Key Responsibilities

• AI Strategy & Transformation: Lead the identification and prioritisation of AI opportunities within Securities Operations. Develop and maintain the Securities Operations AI roadmap aligned with business objectives. Promote AI adoption across various operational functions, including Settlements, Corporate Actions, and more. Drive innovation initiatives focused on productivity and operational resilience.

• AI Solution Delivery: Oversee the delivery of AI-enabled solutions from concept to implementation. Manage AI workstreams across Operations, Technology, and vendor organisations. Ensure successful integration of AI capabilities into operational workflows.

• Vendor Platform Enhancement & Oversight: Partner with strategic vendors to influence AI product roadmaps. Assess vendor AI offerings for operational use cases and manage implementation. Ensure third-party AI capabilities meet regulatory and operational expectations.

• Stakeholder & Governance Management: Act as the primary interface between multiple teams, facilitating AI governance forums. Produce management reports covering AI initiatives, benefits, and delivery progress. Promote responsible AI governance and compliance.

• Requirements & Solution Management: Translate operational challenges into AI-enabled solution opportunities. Lead process discovery and requirements gathering. Define AI solution requirements and success criteria in collaboration with architects and developers.

• Data, Controls & Risk Management: Ensure AI solutions operate within approved governance and risk frameworks. Support data governance and validation activities, maintaining compliance with regulations.

• Testing & Implementation: Coordinate testing strategies and support user acceptance testing. Manage production deployments and monitor post-implementation performance.

• Core Deliverables: Maintain an AI use case inventory and prioritisation. Develop AI requirements documentation and process redesign artefacts. Create operational procedures and training materials for successful adoption.

• Success Measures: Successful delivery of AI roadmap initiatives and measurable reduction in operational effort. Increased straight-through processing and operational efficiency. High stakeholder satisfaction and successful transition of AI solutions into a stable operating model.

Who Should Apply?

Candidates with a strong background in AI strategy, transformation, and operational efficiency are encouraged to apply. Experience in securities operations processes, vendor management, and risk management will be highly beneficial.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. They recognise that unique perspectives contribute to sustainable growth. This is an exciting chance to make a significant impact in the financial services sector by leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.