AI Technology & Strategy Lead

Marks & Spencer Plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in London seeks an AI Technology & Engineering Manager to drive AI initiatives within the Data & AI department. This role is responsible for leading a team to build scalable AI solutions that enhance productivity and innovation. The ideal candidate has extensive AI expertise and leadership skills. Generous benefits include a colleague discount, holiday entitlement, and a Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.

Benefits

20% colleague discount

Competitive holiday entitlement

Discretionary bonus schemes

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Dedicated training programmes

Wellbeing support

Charity volunteer day

Qualifications

• Dynamic, high-energy leader eager to push technological boundaries.
• Proven track record of building and leading high-performing AI teams.
• Deep understanding of AI in the data landscape.
• Well-connected to the evolving AI ecosystem.
• Ability to foster cross-functional partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Shape and lead the technical vision for harnessing AI.
• Apply AI to solve real business challenges.
• Manage a team delivering scalable AI solutions.
• Establish an adaptable operating model for AI.
• Champion continuous improvement through AI.

Skills

Proactive Attitude

Visionary Leadership

Strategic AI Expertise

Industry Insight

Collaborative Influence

Job description

A leading retail company in London seeks an AI Technology & Engineering Manager to drive AI initiatives within the Data & AI department. This role is responsible for leading a team to build scalable AI solutions that enhance productivity and innovation. The ideal candidate has extensive AI expertise and leadership skills. Generous benefits include a colleague discount, holiday entitlement, and a Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.