We are looking for an experienced AI Transformation Lead to drive the organisation's AI strategy, governance and adoption across business units. This role combines strategic leadership, technical understanding and organisational change management to identify AI opportunities and translate them into measurable business value.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to engage with senior leadership, technical teams and business stakeholders, establish a clear AI vision, and enable the organisation to adopt and scale AI solutions responsibly and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
AI Strategy, Governance & Foundations
- Develop and drive a company-wide AI strategy aligned with business objectives and long-term ambitions.
- Identify emerging AI technologies and translate them into practical business opportunities.
- Establish AI governance frameworks, principles, standards and guidelines for responsible AI adoption.
- Define common AI tools, platforms and technology foundations to support scalability, reusability and cost efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with security, data protection, quality and regulatory requirements.
- Balance central governance with flexibility and innovation across business units.
Business Enablement & Execution
- Support business units and corporate functions in translating AI strategy into actionable initiatives.
- Guide teams in identifying, experimenting with, implementing and scaling AI solutions.
- Encourage local ownership and accountability for AI implementation and business outcomes.
- Identify opportunities for cross-functional collaboration and reuse of AI solutions.
- Take a hands‑on approach to resolving challenges and accelerating strategic AI initiatives.
Change Management & Leadership
- Drive organisational change by promoting awareness, understanding and adoption of AI technologies.
- Inspire and support employees and leaders in developing AI capabilities and adapting working practices.
- Communicate AI strategy, opportunities and benefits effectively across all organisational levels.
- Build trust and engagement among stakeholders while encouraging innovation and ownership.
- Drive AI adoption through practical use cases, visible leadership and measurable results.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Build strong relationships across business units, engineering, IT, security, HR and other key functions.
- Bring together cross‑functional expertise to strengthen AI capabilities across the organisation.
- Promote knowledge sharing, collaboration and the adoption of successful AI practices.
- Identify opportunities for common solutions while recognising the need for local flexibility.
- Establish KPIs and measurement frameworks to track AI adoption, business impact and continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in AI transformation, AI strategy, digital transformation or technology leadership.
- Strong understanding of AI technologies, emerging trends, enterprise AI adoption and business applications.
- Experience establishing AI governance frameworks, policies, standards and responsible AI practices.
- Understanding of AI platforms, tools, technology architecture and scalable enterprise solutions.
- Experience driving organisational change and technology adoption across multiple business functions.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement with senior leadership.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business opportunities and actionable strategies.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to identify and deliver measurable business value.
- Experience working in cross-functional and complex organisational environments.
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker with a hands‑on and execution‑oriented mindset.
- Strong leadership, influencing and relationship‑building capabilities.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to inspire, motivate and engage teams across different organisational levels.
- Collaborative, adaptable and comfortable navigating organisational change.
- Strong problem‑solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset