ESS Executive - Fractional CAIO Network

Essexecutive; United States; Hybrid; USD 344,400 - 688,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote work

Global network access

Job summary

ESS Executive is seeking fractional AI leadership to advise boards and executive teams on AI strategy, governance, and transformation initiatives. This role offers flexible engagement with no fixed working hours, focused on delivering strategic value across industries.

You will join a global network of AI leaders, providing interim guidance during critical growth phases and helping organizations unlock AI value without committing to a full-time hire.

Qualifications

• C-suite AI leadership experience or equivalent track record guiding AI initiatives at scale.
• Strong governance, risk management, and policy design capabilities in AI programs.
• Proven ability to influence boards and executive teams on AI strategy and investment.

Responsibilities

• Advise CEOs, boards, and executive teams on AI strategy, governance, and innovation.

Skills

AI strategy

Executive leadership

Governance & risk

Digital transformation

Stakeholder management

Tools

Strategic consulting tools

Job description

EngagementModel: Fractional AI Leadership | AI Advisory Board Roles | Strategic AI Consulting | Interim CAIO Management

Join a professional network of experienced AI executives, technology strategists, digital transformation leaders, and innovation advisors dedicated to helping organizations unlock the value of Artificial Intelligence through flexible executive leadership.

Provide part-time AI leadership to organizations seeking strategic AI expertise.

AI Advisory & Board Roles

Advise CEOs, boards, and executive teams on AI strategy, governance, and innovation.

Interim AI Leadership Assignments

Lead AI adoption, transformation, and capability-building initiatives during critical growth periods.

AI Transformation Programs

Drive AI implementation, automation, digital transformation, and innovation initiatives.

Executive Coaching & AI Capability Development

Support leadership teams in building AI readiness and organizational capability.

What's great in the job?

• Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
• No dumb managers, no stupid tools to use, no rigid working hours
• No waste of time in enterprise processes, real responsibilities and autonomy
• Expand your knowledge of various business industries
• Create content that will help our users on a daily basis
• Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast evolving company

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for:

• Former Chief AI Officers (CAIOs)
• Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
• Chief Digital Officers (CDOs)
• VP AI / VP Digital Transformation
• Head of AI
• AI Strategy Leaders
• AI Transformation Leaders
• Data & Analytics Executives
• Technology Advisors
• Independent AI Consultants
• Fractional Executives
• Former C-Level Technology Leaders

What You Gain by Joining ESS Executive?

ESS Executive is a global professional community connecting executives, leaders, experts, consultants, and high‑potential professionals who are committed to excellence, innovation, leadership, and business transformation.

Whether you are pursuing your next career opportunity, seeking consulting engagements, exploring board advisory roles, or expanding your professional network, ESS Executive provides access to opportunities, insights, and connections that help accelerate your growth.

Access leadership roles, consulting projects, advisory engagements, and transformation initiatives.

AI-Powered Career Assessment

Receive AI-powered talent assessments, career recommendations, and executive readiness evaluations.

Professional Development

Learn from industry experts through executive education, certifications, and leadership development programs.

Global Network

Connect with executives, consultants, investors, and organizations across multiple industries and countries.

Startups, SMEs, family-owned businesses, private equity-backed companies, and enterprise organizations seeking strategic AI leadership without hiring a full-time executive.