AI Strategy Director: Lead Enterprise AI & Innovation

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is seeking an AI Strategy Director to lead end-to-end AI strategy engagements from opportunity identification through deployment and optimization. You will translate complex AI concepts into executive-level decisions and build trusted client relationships at the director to C-suite level.

The role directs cross-functional teams and manages engagement risks while advancing the firm's AI capabilities through thought leadership and business development.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of end-to-end AI strategy engagements, from opportunity identification and solution architecture through deployment and ongoing optimization.
• Develop and set directions for AI strategy approaches that translate complex AI concepts into clear, executive level insights and decisions.
• Advise and guide clients to align AI initiatives with business strategy, risk tolerance, regulatory requirements, and organizational readiness.
• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders (Director, VP, C-suite).
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple AI engagements, ensuring quality outcomes and client expectations are met.
• Direct and coordinate cross-functional teams (Data Science, Engineering, Risk, Legal, Cyber, Digital Operations) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Monitor engagement risks, dependencies, and decision points, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Develop and advance AI frameworks, methodologies, and thought leadership, informed by evolving AI trends and regulations.
• Support firm growth and market presence through business development, identification of follow on opportunities, and representing the firm's AI capabilities.

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is seeking an AI Strategy Director to lead end-to-end AI strategy engagements from opportunity identification through deployment and optimization. You will translate complex AI concepts into executive-level decisions and build trusted client relationships at the director to C-suite level.

The role directs cross-functional teams and manages engagement risks while advancing the firm's AI capabilities through thought leadership and business development.