Rodeo
ResourcesPartnersSign in

IFS

Lead, Vertical AI Products

London
Posted about 16 hours ago
Sign up to applySee more jobs like this

How your CV stacks up

1Upload CV
2Analyse CV
3Improve CV

Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role

?%

Company Description

IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. Our leading AI technology is the backbone of our award-winning enterprise software solutions, enabling our customers to be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™. Our commitment to internal AI adoption has allowed us to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, ensuring our colleagues can unlock their creativity and productivity, and our solutions are always cutting-edge.

At IFS, we’re flexible, we’re innovative, and we’re focused not only on how we can engage with our customers but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society’s greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.

We celebrate diversity and understand our responsibility to reflect the diverse world we work in. We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce that fully represents the many different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints of our customers, our partners, and our communities. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.

We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can #MakeYourMoment so that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

If you want to change the status quo, we’ll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.

Reasons to use Rodeo

I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?

Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.

Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.

Start with a chat, not a search bar

Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.

P

Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme

PwC·London, UK
£35,000/yr

Why you're a good match

Strong

Your economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.

See breakdown
Save jobNot relevant
View details

It searches the market for you

Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.

Why you're a good match

You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.

See breakdown
Strong

Experience fit

Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.

See breakdown
Strong

Only hits

No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Vertical Product Leads who are the domain specialists for specific industrial sectors or horizontal use cases. These pivotal roles will bridge the gap between customer challenges and AI solutions, working directly with clients to identify high-value use cases and collaborating with our technical teams to transform these opportunities into market-ready products. You will serve as the industry authority, bringing deep sector knowledge and business acumen to guide the development of tailored AI solutions.

You will be responsible for becoming the voice of the customer within our organization, translating complex industry problems into well-defined use cases that our AI engineers will implement. This role requires exceptional relationship-building skills, a consultative approach to solution development, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams of technical specialists without necessarily having technical expertise yourself.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop deep expertise in a specific vertical industry (e.g., aerospace, energy, manufacturing) and become the internal authority on that sector's challenges, workflows, and opportunities
  • Build and maintain relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders to identify high-value problems that can be solved with AI
  • Collaborate with customers to define use cases, validate solutions, and drive adoption
  • Lead small, agile squads comprising AI engineers and designers to develop targeted solutions for industry-specific challenges
  • Translate industry requirements into clear product specifications that technical teams can implement
  • Develop GTM and pricing strategies for applications in your industry vertical
  • Guide the product development process from initial concept through to commercial launch
  • Create go-to-market strategies for industry-specific AI solutions and support sales teams in customer acquisition
  • Represent the company at industry events and build thought leadership in your domain
  • Stay current on industry trends, competitive offerings, and emerging challenges to identify new opportunities

Get help with your application

Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.

Get help applying for this job

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in a specific industry verticals with demonstrated expertise in operations, strategy, or transformation
  • Strong understanding of business processes, operational challenges, and strategic priorities in your industry
  • Experience working directly with enterprise clients in a consultative or advisory capacity
  • Demonstrated ability to identify business problems and conceptualize effective solutions
  • Track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams to deliver products or projects
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate between technical and business stakeholders
  • Experience managing product development lifecycles
  • Demonstrated commercial acumen and ability to build compelling business cases
  • Ability to develop trusted relationships with C-suite and senior executives
  • Comfort with ambiguity and ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, evolving environments

Additional Information

We embrace flexibility and hybrid work opportunities to support diverse needs and lifestyles, while also valuing inclusive workplace experiences. By fostering a sense of community, we drive innovation, strengthen connections, and nurture belonging. Our commitment ensures you can work in a way that suits you best, while also engaging with colleagues to share ideas and build meaningful relationships.

Trusted by 25,000+ job seekers

“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”

Jessica, London

Get help applying for this job

Skills

Vertical Product Management
AI Solution Design
Industry Domain Expertise
Cross-functional Leadership
Go-To-Market Strategy
Customer Relationship Management
Product Development Lifecycle
Business Case Development
Consultative Selling
Stakeholder Management
Product Specification
Strategic Planning

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

Sign up to applySee more jobs like this