AI & Data Lead

We are seeking a highly skilled AI & Data Lead to spearhead our transformation into a truly data-driven organisation. This individual will define our AI and analytics strategy, elevate our Power BI capabilities into advanced AI-powered insights, and deliver hands-on development across data platforms, models, and solutions. This is a hybrid role combining strategic leadership, consultancy, solution architecture, and hands-on technical execution. You will guide the business on how to maximise value from data, introduce AI opportunities, establish governance, and embed data-driven decision-making across teams.

Responsibilities

Spearhead transformation into a truly data-driven organisation; Develop and own the company's AI, analytics, and data strategy; Create a roadmap for moving from traditional BI to a modern, AI-augmented data ecosystem; Identify opportunities where AI, ML, and automation can drive measurable value; Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and departments regarding data, BI, and AI; Translate complex data and AI concepts into clear business language and use cases; Facilitate workshops, run discovery sessions, and guide teams on AI best practices; Build prototypes and production-level AI/ML solutions, such as predictive models, natural language interfaces, and automation workflows; Develop robust data models, pipelines, and integrations to ensure scalable AI adoption; Establish data governance standards, security controls, and compliance practices; Own data quality frameworks to ensure trusted reporting and model reliability; Lead end-to-end delivery of AI/data projects from ideation through deployment

Requirements

Proven experience in a senior data/AI/analytics role (e.g., Data Lead, Analytics Lead, AI Specialist, BI Lead); Strong background with Power BI, including DAX, modelling, governance, and enterprise deployments; Hands-on experience building AI and machine learning solutions using modern cloud tools (Azure preferred); Strong understanding of data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT, pipelines, warehousing); Ability to translate business challenges into technical AI/analytics solutions; Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills; Strategic thinker capable of setting direction and driving organisational change

Nice to have

Experience in delivering an AI strategy; Experience helping to modernise a business