Interim AI & Data Director

Summary: We are seeking an Interim AI & Data Director for a leading client in the North of England. The role requires a professional with a strong background in data engineering, data science, and AI/ML teams, who can effectively communicate with executive audiences. The position is expected to last between 6-12 months and is classified as outside IR35. Applicants should have a proven track record in driving innovation and developing comprehensive data strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and lead data engineering, data science, and AI/ML teams.
• Design modern data pipelines and utilize cloud platforms and MLOps.
• Translate Data & AI capabilities into commercial language for executive communication.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy aligned with group goals.
• Drive innovation through initiatives like running AI Labs.
• Utilize practical experience with LLMs, agentic AI workflows, or conversational AI platforms.
• Stay updated with the latest data and cloud tooling, ideally within the Microsoft ecosystem.

Key Skills:

• Background in building and leading data engineering, data science, and AI/ML teams.
• Strong understanding of modern data, including pipeline design, cloud platforms, and MLOps.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive and board audiences.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing and executing comprehensive data strategies.
• Track record of driving innovation.
• Practical experience with LLMs, agentic AI workflows, or conversational AI platforms.
• Familiarity with the latest data and cloud tooling, ideally in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are seeking an Interim AI & Data Director for a leading client in the North of England.

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Interim AI & Data Director applicants will possess:
- A background in building and leading data engineering, data science, and AI/ML teams
- A strong understanding of Modern data: including pipeline design, cloud platforms, and MLOps
- The ability to translate Data & AI capabilities into commercial language and communicate effectively with executive and board audiences
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with experience in developing and executing a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with group goals and objectives
- A track record of driving innovation (Running AI Labs etc)
- Practical experience with LLMs, agentic AI workflows, or conversational AI platforms, along with a passion for new technology
- Familiarity with the latest data and cloud tooling (Ideally Microsoft ecosystem)

If interested in this Interim AI & Data Director role please apply with latest CV outlining where you have lead AI & Data Engineering teams.

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