Director, AI Strategy & Transformation

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, AI Strategy & Transformation based in United States.

The Director, AI Strategy & Transformation will lead the development and execution of an enterprise-wide AI transformation strategy, helping an innovative organization unlock the value of emerging technologies. This role combines strategic vision, operational leadership, and hands-on AI enablement to drive measurable business outcomes. You will partner with executive leaders and cross-functional teams to identify high-impact AI opportunities and build scalable adoption frameworks. The position will shape AI governance, budgeting, tooling decisions, and responsible usage practices across the organization. You will serve as a key advocate for AI adoption, translating complex concepts into practical solutions for diverse teams. This is an opportunity to influence the future of how teams work by creating a secure, efficient, and AI-enabled operating model.

Accountabilities:: The Director, AI Strategy & Transformation will own the organization’s AI evolution by defining strategic priorities, enabling adoption, and establishing the operational foundations required to scale AI initiatives effectively. This role requires a balance of strategic planning, stakeholder influence, experimentation, and governance to ensure AI investments deliver meaningful value.

Define and lead the overall AI transformation strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational priorities, and long-term organizational goals.

Develop and maintain an AI roadmap that balances immediate business opportunities with long-term innovation initiatives.

Partner with executive leadership to identify, evaluate, and prioritize AI-enabled opportunities across business functions.

Establish AI project intake, prioritization, resource allocation, and measurement processes to ensure effective execution.

Manage AI-related budgets, including investments in tools, platforms, vendors, experimentation, and enablement programs.

Identify emerging AI technologies, assess their potential impact, and recommend solutions that improve productivity and business performance.

Act as an AI champion across the organization by educating teams, encouraging adoption, and communicating practical AI applications.

Translate complex AI concepts into accessible guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Build and implement AI governance frameworks, policies, and responsible-use practices to support secure and compliant adoption.

Balance innovation speed with appropriate risk management, ensuring teams can leverage AI effectively while maintaining operational safeguards.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is a strategic technology leader with experience driving enterprise transformation initiatives and enabling organizations to adopt emerging technologies. You should combine strong business acumen with a deep understanding of AI capabilities, governance, and practical applications.

Proven experience leading cross-functional transformation initiatives and driving organizational change.

Strong understanding of modern AI technologies, capabilities, limitations, and business applications.

Experience developing strategies, roadmaps, and operating models for emerging technologies.

Demonstrated ability to manage organizational budgets and evaluate technology investments.

Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence leaders across functions.

Experience establishing governance frameworks, policies, and responsible technology adoption practices.

Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.

Strong curiosity and hands-on approach toward experimenting with new AI tools, platforms, and workflows.

Experience identifying automation opportunities and implementing technology solutions that improve efficiency.

Background in strategy, operations, technology leadership, digital transformation, or consulting is preferred.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote-first environment with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.

Benefits:

Competitive base salary range of $200,000 - $300,000 , depending on experience, skills, location, and internal equity.

Potential eligibility for bonuses, equity, and additional compensation opportunities.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with the majority of costs covered by the employer.

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

Generous paid time off package, including vacation days, sick days, holidays, and floating holidays.

Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and disability coverage.

Paid family leave and employee assistance programs.

Quarterly self-care stipends and wellness support programs.

Access to optional benefits, including healthcare savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, legal support, supplemental insurance options, and more.

Remote work environment designed to support flexibility, collaboration, and innovation.

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