Director of Data and AI

Our client is building a new enterprise AI capability and is seeking a senior leader to define, scale, and operationalize artificial intelligence and advanced analytics. This role will sit within the data organization and partner closely with executive leadership to drive innovation, governance, and measurable business impact through AI.




This is a greenfield opportunity for an experienced AI leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments and can balance experimentation with enterprise-grade delivery.
What You ll Tackle
Define and execute an enterprise-wide AI and advanced analytics strategy

Lead development and deployment of AI/ML and generative AI solutions

Establish scalable AI platforms, MLOps, and governance frameworks

Build and grow a high-performing AI organization

Partner with engineering, product, data, and business leaders

Drive responsible AI practices aligned with regulatory expectations
What You Bring
10+ years in AI/ML with senior leadership experience

Expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI

Proven ability to scale AI solutions in complex organizations

Strong understanding of cloud platforms and modern data architectures

Experience working in regulated industries

Master s or PhD in a relevant technical discipline

Financial services experience

Prior greenfield Data Analytics and AI builds

Thought leadership or industry speaking experience