Gen AI & Analytics Lead | 6-month Contract

Overview

A leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced and innovative Gen AI & Analytics Lead to drive the management and execution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and analytics initiatives, with a focus on Generative AI (Gen AI).

This role will be responsible for leading the execution of the organisation’s Gen AI and Analytics roadmap, including proof-of-concepts (POCs), pilot programmes, and the commercialisation of AI use cases. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving innovation, program management, stakeholder engagement, and internal capability building across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Gen AI & Analytics strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of AI and analytics initiatives, including the design, implementation, and scaling of Gen AI POCs and pilot projects
• Identify, evaluate, and drive the commercialisation of Gen AI use cases, transforming innovative concepts into scalable business solutions
• Prepare and present business proposals, business cases, and presentations to senior management and stakeholders to secure strategic buy-in and funding
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including technology, product, compliance, operations, and external partners to ensure successful execution of initiatives
• Drive programme management activities, including planning, governance, risk management, and project execution
• Build and enhance internal Gen AI capabilities by promoting knowledge sharing, innovation, and best practices across teams
• Engage with external vendors, industry partners, and relevant organisations to explore collaboration, innovation, and funding opportunities
• Oversee project lifecycles from ideation through implementation, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business priorities
• Champion data governance, responsible AI practices, compliance standards, and continuous improvement methodologies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, or related disciplines
• Proven experience leading AI and analytics initiatives, including hands-on involvement in Generative AI projects
• Excellent track record of driving AI solution commercialisation and delivering measurable business impact
• Experience developing business cases, strategic proposals, and executive-level presentations
• Solid stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and cross-functional teams effectively
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with external partners, vendors, and complex stakeholder environments
• Familiarity with regulatory, governance, and compliance considerations within the financial services industry is advantageous
• Excelent programme and project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously