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Head of AI CoE

Job description

We are partnering with a Global bank and they are looking for a strategic and technically strong AI leader to head up their global AI vision, reporting directly to the C-suite. This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a world-class AI Centre of Excellence, define the long-term roadmap, and deliver transformative value at scale.

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🔑 Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Define and drive the organisation’s long-term AI vision and roadmap.

  • Act as a thought leader, aligning AI strategy with business goals and market trends.

  • Evangelise AI capabilities across executive teams, business units, and external stakeholders.

Centre of Excellence (CoE) & Governance

  • Establish and scale the AI CoE, including operating models and KPIs.

  • Set enterprise-wide standards, frameworks, and best practices for AI/ML.

  • Oversee responsible AI practices, governance, and compliance.

Innovation & Solution Delivery

  • Identify high-value AI use cases and lead end-to-end delivery.

  • Oversee AI model design, deployment, and integration into core products and services.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with technology, product, and business teams.

Talent & Capability Building

  • Build and lead a multidisciplinary AI team (Data Science, ML Engineering, Product).

  • Champion upskilling programs to enhance AI literacy across the organisation.

  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Translate business needs into actionable AI solutions.

  • Build external partnerships with academia, vendors, and industry bodies.

  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.

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📌 Requirements

Essential

  • 10+ years in AI/ML leadership roles, ideally in complex, global organisations.

  • Proven track record delivering enterprise AI solutions with real business outcomes.

  • Deep technical expertise in AI/ML platforms, tools, and frameworks.

  • Strong grasp of AI ethics, governance, and regulatory implications.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

  • Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in AI, Computer Science, Data Science, or similar.

  • Experience building a CoE or leading AI transformation programs.

  • Published work, patents, or conference speaking experience in the AI/ML space.

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🎁 Benefits

  • Salary: Up to $400K base + bonus

  • 22 days annual leave, medical insurance

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Ready to make an impact?
If you are passionate about scaling AI responsibly and driving innovation across a global enterprise, we’d love to hear from you. Send your cv to joel@tenten-partners.com.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

TENTEN Partners is an equal opportunity firm and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.