# Director of AI Transformation **Company:** [UBDS Group](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/oooNY9nKmAXY1Av78PYabC.md) **Location:** London, United Kingdom **Workplace:** hybrid **Department:** Delivery Centre [Apply for this job](http://jobs.workable.com/view/74aab864-6816-4abd-91cb-adf612ebf2cb) ## Description ### About the Role **This is a unique opportunity to lead the AI transformation of one of the UK's leading digital consultancies. As Director of AI Transformation, you'll define and deliver UBDS' AI strategy, embedding AI across our business, products and customer services while shaping the future of AI-enabled digital transformation. Working closely with the Group CTO and executive leadership team, you'll drive innovation, deliver measurable business value and help establish UBDS as a recognised leader in AI for the UK public sector.** You'll also lead **Forge**, our cross-government AI initiative, bringing together government, industry and technology partners to develop AI-native approaches to digital service delivery and influence the future of public sector transformation. ### Key Responsibilities - Define and deliver UBDS' AI transformation strategy. - Drive AI adoption across business operations, customer delivery and products. - Lead enterprise AI platform, tooling and governance decisions. - Establish responsible AI, security and compliance frameworks. - Champion AI adoption, capability development and organisational change. - Provide executive leadership on strategic customer AI engagements. - Lead the Forge programme and represent UBDS across government and industry. - Build strong partnerships with technology vendors and stakeholders. ### About You You'll be a strategic technology leader with experience delivering enterprise-wide digital transformation and AI adoption. **You'll bring:** - Senior leadership experience delivering digital or technology transformation. - Strong knowledge of Generative AI, Large Language Models and enterprise AI platforms. - Experience implementing AI governance and responsible AI practices. - Knowledge of Azure, AWS or equivalent cloud AI services. - Strong commercial acumen and executive stakeholder management skills. - Experience working with UK public sector organisations. Experience with AI regulation, sovereign cloud, GDS service standards or government delivery methodologies would be advantageous. ### What Success Looks Like - AI embedded across UBDS' operations and service offerings. - Measurable improvements in productivity and business performance. - High levels of AI adoption and capability across the organisation. - Growth in AI-enabled services and strategic partnerships. - Successful delivery of the Forge programme. - Recognition of UBDS as a leading AI-native consultancy supporting the UK public sector. ## Benefits **Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group** Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability.  UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence. **Employee Benefits** - Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more - Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality - Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance - Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays - Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice - Contributed Pension Scheme - Death in service cover **About UBDS Group** At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society. **Equal Opportunities** We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.