AI Practice Lead

Overview

AI Practice Lead

We are seeking a highly experienced AI Practice Lead to spearhead Aequilibrium's (AEQ) AI strategy, establish and oversee the AI Center of Excellence (CoE), and drive innovation across internal and client-facing projects. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong technical background in AI, exceptional client engagement skills, and the ability to align AI initiatives with business objectives.

As a key driver of AEQ's AI transformation, you will lead the development of reusable AI frameworks, deliver high-value AI solutions to clients, and foster an AI-first culture within the organization. You will work closely with financial institutions, fintech vendors, and internal teams to position AEQ as a trusted provider of AI-driven solutions.

Who you are:

You are a seasoned AI leader with expertise in developing and executing AI strategies, delivering measurable business outcomes, and building high-performing teams. With a deep understanding of AI technologies, governance, and client engagement, you are passionate about driving innovation and creating scalable, ethical, and impactful AI solutions. Your strong leadership and communication skills make you a trusted advisor to clients and a mentor to internal teams.

You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are excited to shape the future of AI at AEQ.

• Strategic Leadership
• Client Engagement and Delivery
• Internal Contributions
• Team Building and Development
• Thought Leadership and Marketing

• Develop and execute AEQ's AI strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's goals of diversification, innovation, and growth.
• Establish and oversee the AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to drive innovation, scalability, and governance for AI initiatives.
• Collaborate with the executive team to define and achieve financial targets and monitor key metrics, such as the number of paid engagements and pilot success rates.

• Lead client workshops, pre-sales engagements, and AI readiness assessments to identify opportunities for AI integration.
• Provide strategic consulting to clients, helping them define and execute AI initiatives that deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Oversee the development and deployment of high-value AI projects, such as AI-powered chatbots, predictive analytics, and operational efficiency tools.
• Support the creation of reusable AI frameworks and accelerators to streamline client project delivery and reduce costs.

• Foster an AI-first culture within AEQ by leading internal training programs, workshops, and initiatives to upskill employees in AI tools and techniques.
• Drive internal AI adoption by identifying and executing pilot projects with clear business impact (e.g., HR analytics, project tracking).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into AEQ's existing solutions and processes, enhancing operational efficiency and innovation.

• Hire, mentor, and manage a team of AI specialists, including data scientists, AI engineers, and ethics specialists, to build a robust AI practice.
• Partner with universities and training programs to establish an AI talent pipeline through internships and fellowships.
• Develop and implement an onboarding curriculum for new hires to align them with AEQ's AI-supported development practices.

• Position AEQ as a thought leader in AI by contributing to webinars, case studies, and blog posts that showcase AEQ's expertise and success stories.
• Represent AEQ at industry events, such as WCUC and AI World Summit, to promote the company's AI capabilities and attract new clients.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials, including brochures, pitch decks, and targeted campaigns.

Must-Have:

• 8+ years of experience in AI, data science, or related fields, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering AI-driven solutions that generate measurable business value.
• Proven experience working for tech professional services companies. Consultative, able to come up with…