Director of AI and Data Strategy

• A career defining AI & Data leadership opportunity
• AI, Automation & Data to enrich customer experience

This opportunity is with an international financial services organisation, recognised for its focus on innovation and technology. The company operates at scale and seeks professionals who can deliver measurable results and value.

My client is a leading financial services organisation that is seeking a strategic and people-focused Director of AI & Data Strategy to lead its enterprise-wide AI and Data transformation.

This executive role is critical to shaping how AI and Data are used to drive innovation, efficiency, risk management, and customer focused value across the business.

The successful candidate will define and deliver a forward-thinking AI strategy, aligned with commercial objectives and the complex regulatory environment of international financial services. This includes leading major programs across AI, Data Science, Analytics, and Governance, and ensuring ethical, secure, and compliant use of Data and AI technologies.

Strong leadership and people skills are essential, with the ability to build and inspire through strong relationships, high-performing teams and a developed culture of innovation and trust.

The role requires significant engagement with C-level executives, functional leaders, regulators, and external partners. Experience influencing at board level, and confidently advising on emerging risks, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance (e.g. APRA, ASIC, GDPR), is crucial.

Ideal candidates will bring substantial experience as a senior leader with strength and depth in AI, Data, Analytics and Automation within regulated financial services environments. Proven success in delivering scalable AI/ML solutions, deep expertise in data governance and ethics, and strong technical knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) are key. A strategic mindset, commercial acumen, and exceptional communication and influencing skills will underpin success in this role.

The organisation offers flexible hybrid working, generous salary, bonus and benefits packaging.

This is a rare opportunity to lead transformational change and shape the future of AI and Data in a forward-looking and ambitious organisation.

A successful Director of AI and Data Strategy should have:

• Extensive experience in AI, Data Strategy, and Technology Leadership.
• Substantial exposure to financial services regulations and requirements
• A strong understanding of data governance, analytics, and machine learning.
• Proven track record of aligning data initiatives with organisational goals.
• Experience managing large-scale data projects and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.li>
• Strong communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to shape the AI and Data Strategy of a large organisation.
• Permanent position based from multiple UK locations including London and the North of England

This is an exciting opportunity to lead innovation in AI and Data strategy. If you are ready to make an impact, apply today!