Head of Deployment Strategy

As the Head of Deployment Strategy on our founding office in Korea, you will bridge the gap between vision and execution, ensuring our customers not only see the potential of AI but realize its value in their operations. This role is a unique blend of strategic advisory and hands-on deployment leadership, spanning both presales and postsales phases. You will act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, architecting AI solutions that drive transformation and delivering measurable business outcomes. You will be embedded in our most strategic accounts, diagnosing business challenges, designing AI-powered solutions, and leading their deployment from concept to full-scale adoption. This role demands a rare combination of executive presence, technical credibility, and commercial acumen, with a focus on both winning and delivering high-impact AI initiatives.

Responsibilities

Serve as lead strategic advisor for a portfolio of high-value enterprise clients, building trusted relationships with executive leadership (CEO, CTO, CIO); Lead C-suite workshops to diagnose business drivers and co-create multi-year AI transformation roadmaps aligned with corporate strategy; Develop and present compelling business cases and proposals, articulating the ROI of AI adoption and the value of Mistral's platform; Partner with sales and product teams to identify and qualify opportunities, positioning Mistral's solutions as the catalyst for enterprise transformation; Design tailored AI strategies and proof-of-concepts that address critical business challenges and demonstrate tangible value; Act as subject matter expert in client engagements, ensuring solutions are understood, trusted, and adopted; Own the end-to-end success of AI deployments, from strategic planning to operational integration, ensuring solutions are embedded into the customer's core workflows; Lead cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists, and product managers to execute deployment roadmaps and deliver measurable results; Navigate organizational complexity and drive change management to ensure seamless adoption and long-term success; Identify and cultivate expansion opportunities within accounts, connecting Mistral's capabilities to new business challenges and driving commercial growth; Mentor junior strategists and contribute to the development of best practices, methodologies, and playbooks for customer engagement; Represent Mistral AI as a thought leader through speaking engagements, executive briefings, and industry contributions

Requirements

8+ years of experience in technical management consulting, enterprise technology, or a customer-facing strategic role, with a focus on AI/ML, data architecture, or digital transformation; Degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, etc.); Fluent in both English and Korean; Deep, practical expertise in AI/ML concepts, enterprise data architecture, and modern software development with hands-on development of AI solutions; Proven track record of engaging and influencing C-suite executives; Ability to navigate complex conversations and align AI strategies with business objectives; Excel at structuring ambiguous problems into actionable programs and thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments; Equally comfortable in presales and postsales: shaping deals, designing solutions, and ensuring their successful deployment; Experience managing high-value accounts, understanding deal mechanics, and building compelling cases for investment; Collaborative leader who can motivate cross-functional teams and drive results through influence, not authority; Adaptable, low-ego team players passionate about turning AI vision into reality

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package; Healthcare coverage; Parental leave; Retirement plans; Relocation support; Wellness programs; Meal and transportation allowances; Location-specific perks