AI Implementation Manager

My financial client based in South Manchester is currently seeking an experienced AI Implementation Manager to lead the global rollout of AI initiatives across the organisation. This is a strategic role at the forefront of innovation, responsible for embedding artificial intelligence into core business processes to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and customer experience.

As part of a forward-thinking technology function, you will work across business units to identify opportunities, drive AI adoption, and deliver measurable outcomes through intelligent automation and data-driven solutions.

• Define and lead the global AI implementation roadmap, aligning with business strategy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritise AI use cases
• Manage end-to-end implementation of AI projects, from concept to delivery
• Evaluate and integrate AI platforms, tools, and vendor solutions
• Monitor project progress, risks, and benefits realisation
• Promote AI best practices, governance, and ethical considerations
• Build business cases and communicate value to senior stakeholders

• Proven experience managing AI/ML implementation projects in a complex organisation
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and automation tools
• Experience working in financial services or similarly regulated industries
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to translate technical solutions into business outcomes
• Strong project leadership skills, ideally with experience in agile environments

• Familiarity with cloud AI platforms (e.g. Azure AI, AWS SageMaker, Google Vertex AI)
• Experience with data governance, compliance, and risk in AI deployments
• Understanding of change management principles in large-scale technology programmes

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of AI within a respected financial institution with a global footprint. You’ll be joining a collaborative team where innovation is encouraged and your expertise will directly influence business performance.