AI Transformation & Strategy Lead

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1 year ago
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Job Title:

Senior AI Transformation & Strategy Director


Location:

London Remote / Flexible, with occasional travel as needed


About the Role:


Our client, a leading strategy and innovation consulting firm, is seeking a Senior AI Transformation Leader to spearhead the growth and development of their AI Transformation practice. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional with elite consultancy experience who can build and scale the practice by acquiring new clients, leveraging their existing network, and driving measurable value.

This position is focused on creating and expanding a new client base, utilising a robust network of contacts to establish the practice’s reputation, deliver innovative AI-driven solutions, and enhance its market presence.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Building the Practice: Establish and grow the AI Transformation practice by acquiring new clients, leveraging an existing network, and developing innovative capabilities that differentiate the practice.


  • AI Strategy Development: Design and execute advanced AI strategies tailored to solve complex client challenges and unlock growth opportunities.


  • Business Development: Identify, pitch, and secure high-value new logos, driving the practice’s growth and market presence in the AI space.


  • Client Success Delivery: Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver impactful AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with client objectives and achieving measurable results.


  • Executive Collaboration: Partner with C-suite executives to align AI strategies with organisational goals, ensuring buy-in and advocacy for AI initiatives.


  • Thought Leadership: Position the practice as a leader in the AI domain through industry engagement, publications, and advocacy for responsible AI practices.


  • Capability Development: Recruit, mentor, and build a high-performing team within the AI practice, fostering innovation and operational excellence.


Required Experience and Skills:


  • Elite Consultancy Experience: Background with top-tier consulting firms with a focus on delivering transformative AI strategies.


  • Established Network: A strong black book of contacts within relevant industries, with the ability to leverage relationships to generate new business and build the practice’s reach.


  • Practice Building: Proven ability to establish and scale a practice or team, including acquiring new clients and developing innovative service offerings.


  • Business Development Expertise: Demonstrable success in securing high-value clients and creating lasting relationships in the AI or digital transformation space.


  • Strategic Leadership: Expertise in defining and executing AI strategies that deliver significant business outcomes.


  • C-suite Engagement: Experience working with senior executives to drive alignment and communicate the value of AI initiatives.


  • AI and Machine Learning Expertise: Strong understanding of AI models, frameworks, and analytics, with the ability to bridge technical and business perspectives.


This is a rare opportunity to lead and shape an AI practice from the ground up, leveraging your expertise and network to create meaningful impact. If you thrive on building relationships, delivering results, and driving innovation, we encourage you to explore this role further.

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