Director of AI & Enterprise Tech Strategy (Hybrid)

RLI Corp; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 139,797 - 203,755; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

401(k) with company matching

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RLI Corp in Chicago, IL, is seeking an IT Director - AI to lead the enterprise AI strategy, governance, and adoption. You will partner with business and technology leaders to identify high-value AI opportunities, set standards, and drive measurable outcomes.

This role oversees AI engineers and cross-functional teams, manages risk, and communicates complex AI concepts to executives. A bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in related fields are expected; hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, IT, or related field and 7+ years in tech or AI.
• Experience developing enterprise AI strategy and adoption programs.
• Strong knowledge of AI concepts including generative AI.
• Ability to translate technical concepts to business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise AI strategy, roadmap, and governance.
• Partner with business, architecture, and risk to deliver AI initiatives.
• Evaluate AI technologies and ensure secure, compliant implementations.
• Develop metrics and reporting for AI adoption and ROI.

Skills

AI strategy

Generative AI

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Cloud platforms

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cloud platforms

Data governance tools

Job description

RLI Corp in Chicago, IL, is seeking an IT Director - AI to lead the enterprise AI strategy, governance, and adoption. You will partner with business and technology leaders to identify high-value AI opportunities, set standards, and drive measurable outcomes.

This role oversees AI engineers and cross-functional teams, manages risk, and communicates complex AI concepts to executives. A bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in related fields are expected; hybrid work options are available.