Fractional Head of Artificial Intelligence - Legal
Posted 1 day ago by Head of AI
Negotiable
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United Kingdom
Summary: The Fractional Head of AI (Legal) is responsible for leading AI strategy and implementation for legal clients, requiring a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on experience with AI tools. This part-time role demands excellent organizational and leadership skills to manage multiple projects effectively. The ideal candidate will engage with clients to understand their AI needs while fostering team development and continuous improvement in AI capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute AI strategies aligned with client business goals.
- Identify AI opportunities to enhance business processes and drive growth.
- Communicate AI vision and roadmap to stakeholders.
- Utilize core AI tools and technologies to build, deploy, and optimize AI solutions.
- Ensure seamless integration of AI systems into existing client infrastructure.
- Oversee the development of AI models and algorithms tailored to client needs.
- Plan, manage, and track multiple AI projects simultaneously.
- Ensure timely delivery of AI initiatives within scope and budget.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage project timelines.
- Lead and mentor AI teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
- Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their AI needs and challenges.
- Present AI strategies, progress, and outcomes to client executives.
- Exhibit high emotional intelligence, building rapport with clients and team members.
- Foster a learning and development mindset within the team.
- Stay abreast of the latest AI trends, tools, and best practices.
Key Skills:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related field.
- Proven experience in strategic AI leadership and hands-on AI implementation specifically in the legal industry.
- Proficiency with core AI tools such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and relevant AI frameworks.
- Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple projects concurrently.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into AI initiatives.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
- Effective communication and presentation abilities.
- Experience managing AI strategy/implementation projects for multiple clients (preferred).
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Role Description
Position: Fractional Head of AI (Legal)
Location: Remote/On-site (as required)
Type: Part-Time/Fractional
Remuneration: £250k+ p/a OTE
Overview
We are seeking a strategically minded, Fractional Head of AI with demonstrable legal experience to lead AI strategy and implementation for our legal clients. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with core AI tools, excellent organisational skills, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to manage multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic AI Leadership: Develop and execute AI strategies aligned with client business goals.
- Identify AI opportunities to enhance business processes and drive growth.
- Communicate AI vision and roadmap to stakeholders.
- Hands-On AI Implementation: Utilize core AI tools and technologies to build, deploy, and optimize AI solutions
- Ensure seamless integration of AI systems into existing client infrastructure.
- Oversee the development of AI models and algorithms tailored to client needs.
- Organisational and Project Management: Plan, manage, and track multiple AI projects simultaneously
- Ensure timely delivery of AI initiatives within scope and budget.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage project timelines.
- Leadership and Team Development: Lead and mentor AI teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
- Encourage continuous learning and staying updated with AI advancements.
- Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their AI needs and challenges.
- Present AI strategies, progress, and outcomes to client executives.
- Ensure client satisfaction and address any concerns promptly.
- Emotional Intelligence and Interpersonal Skills: Exhibit high emotional intelligence, building rapport with clients and team members.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Be approachable, affable, and easy to work with.
- Continuous Improvement: Foster a learning and development mindset within the team.
- Stay abreast of the latest AI trends, tools, and best practices Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance AI capabilities.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related field.
Experience: Proven experience in strategic AI leadership and hands-on AI implementation specifically in the legal industry.
Proficiency with core AI tools such as Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and relevant AI frameworks.
Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple projects concurrently
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
Skills: Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into AI initiatives.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
Effective communication and presentation abilities.
Preferred Skills: Experience managing AI strategy/implementation projects for multiple clients.
Benefits: Flexible working hours and remote work opportunities
Competitive compensation based on experience and project scope.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.