VP of AI Transformation - London, UK

We are partnered with a fast-scaling deep-tech company building advanced robotic and automation systems. As the business scales globally, it's embedding AI into the core of how it operates; across engineering, manufacturing, finance, supply chain, compliance, and executive decision-making.

About the Role

A newly established, high-profile leadership position sitting close to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, tasked with shaping and delivering the organisation's company-wide AI transformation agenda. You'll define the vision, operating model, and governance framework required to embed AI across every function, while leading a cross-functional group of AI Leads and steering the business towards becoming a truly AI-native organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, define and shape the company's AI strategy and roadmap, and establishing the governance frameworks (ethics, security, data, compliance) needed for responsible deployment
• Own the operating model for continuous, AI-led improvement — spotting, prioritising, and scaling high-value use cases across the business
• Lead adoption and change management, building AI literacy, champion networks, and a culture where AI enhances the way people work
• Set success metrics and report on ROI, adoption, and performance to the Executive Leadership Team and Board
• Align and guide AI Leads and stakeholders across Engineering, IT, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Compliance, and Cybersecurity
• Monitor emerging AI technologies and build relationships with vendors, research institutions, and industry partners to keep the business ahead of the curve