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Project Manager - AI Delivery Use Cases
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Project Manager - AI and Automation Initiatives
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a portfolio of AI and automation initiatives within a leading Financial Services organisation. This is an opportunity to drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and maximise the value of existing enterprise technologies through the delivery of cutting-edge AI solutions. Working closely with senior stakeholders, engineering teams, and business leaders, you will take ownership of projects from initial discovery through to implementation, adoption, and benefits realisation.
Location: Hybrid Working (3 days per week in the office)
Contract Length: Until 31st December 2026
Rate: £700 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)
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- Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and automation projects across the organisation.
- Drive process improvement initiatives using AI and emerging technologies.
- Partner with engineering leads and technical teams to ensure successful delivery.
- Manage project plans, risks, dependencies, budgets, and stakeholder engagement.
- Coordinate delivery across business and technology teams.
- Ensure solutions deliver measurable business outcomes and operational efficiencies.
- Support adoption, change management, and business readiness activities.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience delivering AI and automation programmes from inception through to implementation.
- Strong understanding of AI development life cycles, governance, and deployment methodologies.
- Experience leveraging AI and automation to streamline processes and improve operational performance.
- Demonstrable end-to-end project delivery experience within complex organisations.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage at all levels, including senior leadership.
- Experience working closely with engineering teams, architects, and technical leads.
- Track record of delivering technology-led change with tangible business benefits.
- Financial Services experience is essential.
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