Head of Data Science & AI - London

Head of Data Science & AI - London

Posted 5 days ago by Talentbank Technology

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£800 Per day
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London, UK
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Summary: The Head of Data Science & AI will lead the enterprise AI and analytics strategy for a major organization, focusing on the development and governance of Data Science and AI capabilities. This role is responsible for ensuring that these capabilities deliver measurable business value and support data-driven decision-making. The position requires strong leadership in AI governance, risk management, and the delivery of analytics services across the organization. The successful candidate will build high-performing teams and champion innovation in AI technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute the enterprise Data Science and AI strategy.
  • Lead AI governance, ethics, risk, and assurance frameworks.
  • Oversee the delivery of AI, machine learning, and analytics services across the organisation.
  • Ensure AI and analytics platforms are secure, scalable, resilient, and fit for purpose.
  • Drive investment planning, budget management, and benefits realisation.
  • Manage strategic technology and supplier partnerships.
  • Build and lead high-performing teams across Data Science, AI Engineering, and Analytics.
  • Provide senior leadership with actionable insights that support business outcomes.
  • Champion innovation and the adoption of emerging AI technologies.

Key Skills:

  • Proven leadership experience delivering enterprise-scale Data Science and AI programmes.
  • Strong background in machine learning model development, deployment, and operationalisation.
  • Experience establishing and implementing Responsible AI and governance frameworks.
  • Track record of translating data and AI initiatives into measurable business value.
  • Experience working with cloud-based analytics and AI platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement at executive level.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Salary (Rate): £800 per day

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Head of Data Science & AI

We are looking for an experienced Data Science & AI leader to define and drive the enterprise AI and analytics strategy for a major, complex organisation.

This role will lead the development, governance, and delivery of Data Science, Analytics, and AI capabilities, ensuring they provide measurable business value, support operational excellence, and enable data-driven decision making at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the enterprise Data Science and AI strategy.
  • Lead AI governance, ethics, risk, and assurance frameworks.
  • Oversee the delivery of AI, machine learning, and analytics services across the organisation.
  • Ensure AI and analytics platforms are secure, scalable, resilient, and fit for purpose.
  • Drive investment planning, budget management, and benefits realisation.
  • Manage strategic technology and supplier partnerships.
  • Build and lead high-performing teams across Data Science, AI Engineering, and Analytics.
  • Provide senior leadership with actionable insights that support business outcomes.
  • Champion innovation and the adoption of emerging AI technologies.

Essential Experience

  • Proven leadership experience delivering enterprise-scale Data Science and AI programmes.
  • Strong background in machine learning model development, deployment, and operationalisation.
  • Experience establishing and implementing Responsible AI and governance frameworks.
  • Track record of translating data and AI initiatives into measurable business value.
  • Experience working with cloud-based analytics and AI platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement at executive level.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience within large-scale, operationally complex environments.
  • Knowledge of MLOps, model monitoring, and AI lifecycle management.
  • Experience leading AI-enabled transformation programmes.

Key Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness.
  • Influential leader who can engage and inspire diverse stakeholders.
  • Results-driven with a focus on business outcomes and value creation.
  • Passionate about leveraging AI and analytics to solve real-world challenges.

Interested, apply immediately to Mark Bradshaw on 0121 8283787.

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