Director, AI Business Enablement (PL)

Charles Schwab; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sabbatical

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Director of AI Business Enablement to drive AI initiatives across the organization. This on-site role in Austin involves guiding cross-functional teams, advocating for resources, and leading AI scaling efforts. The candidate should have over 10 years in technology strategy, with significant leadership experience. They must be skilled in fostering innovation, implementing strategies for AI adoption, and possess exceptional communication skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technology strategy and enablement.
• 3+ years leading AI transformation initiatives.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower cross-functional teams for AI innovation.
• Drive frameworks for AI scaling and transparency.
• Collaborate with analytics to execute AI adoption initiatives.

Skills

Technology strategy

People leadership

AI transformation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Graduate degree in Computer Science or MBA

Job description

Director, AI Business Enablement (PL) – Charles Schwab

You’ll shape a meaningful career while making a profound impact on the lives of millions of clients. We believe in collaboration and value being together in the office, so this on‑site role is based in San Francisco, CA, Austin, TX, Southlake, TX, or other Schwab corporate locations nationwide.

Schwab’s AI Strategy & Transformation team, known as AI.x, serves as the nerve center for all things Artificial Intelligence at Schwab. This dynamic group integrates product, engineering, strategy, and risk, all from our San Francisco headquarters. We set the enterprise vision for AI, invest in transformative opportunities, and accelerate company‑wide adoption.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director, AI Strategy & Business Enablement – People Leadership to champion the evolution and scaling of AI capabilities and adoption across Schwab. This leader will guide cross‑functional teams, empower talent, and foster a culture of AI fluency.

Responsibilities

AI People Leadership & Enablement

• Lead and empower cross‑functional teams to foster a culture of AI innovation, learning, and adoption across the enterprise.
• Create and drive frameworks that ensure the evolution, scaling, and transparency of AI initiatives organization‑wide.
• Design and implement strategies that support sustainable AI adoption while aligning and prioritizing with business objectives and cultural transformation.
• Drive ongoing education, upskilling, and internal communications to boost AI fluency and readiness at all levels of the organization.
• Coach and mentor teams, supporting best practices for scaling AI capabilities from concept to enterprise deployment.
• Engage with senior leadership to advocate for resources, champion strategic efforts, and report on adoption progress and key outcomes.

Strategic AI Business Adoption & Analytics

• Collaborate with analytics and business teams to identify, prioritize, and execute high‑impact AI adoption initiatives.
• Lead the measurement and continual improvement of AI‑driven business outcomes, focusing on scalability and alignment with corporate goals.
• Champion the use of data‑driven insights to shape and evolve the enterprise AI strategy.
• Spearhead transformation programs aimed at embedding AI across business processes and driving organizational changes.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, AI/ML, business, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 10+ years of experience in technology strategy, enablement, and people leadership, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• 3+ years leading AI transformation or adoption initiatives, with a proven record in scaling AI capabilities and talent development.
• Experience guiding and motivating cross‑functional teams within a large enterprise.
• Demonstrated expertise in translating business needs into scalable AI strategy and enablement programs.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse teams.
• Passion for AI‑driven innovation and cultivating a learning‑oriented, experimental culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading business transformation for Generative AI adoption and enablement.
• Graduate degree in Computer Science, MBA, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• 3+ years working on GenAI initiatives within client‑facing enterprise or financial services environments.
• Base salary with eligibility for bonus and incentive opportunities.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and a 28‑day sabbatical after every five years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

Work Environment

We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility while encouraging regular in‑person collaboration.

Seniority Level: Director | Employment Type: Full‑time | Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology