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Lead AI Engineer (191491)

Harnhamlondon, united kingdom🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 2 Jun 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This Lead AI Engineer role offers a fantastic opportunity to drive significant operational impact by embedding cutting-edge AI solutions directly with clients, with a competitive salary of £90,000 - £110,000 plus bonus. You'll thrive here if you have strong commercial experience in AI and enjoy leading technical workstreams and mentoring teams in a collaborative environment. Apply now to shape the future of digital innovation and see your work translate into tangible results.

Quick Overview

Salary
£90k - £110k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
london, united kingdom, United Kingdom
Machine Learning

Job Description

Lead AI Engineer

Hybrid Working on Client Site

£90,000 to £110,000 plus bonus and benefits

This is a standout opportunity to shape and deliver cutting‑edge digital solutions that drive real operational impact. You will work directly with clients, embedding AI, advanced analytics, and digital tools into live environments and seeing your work translate into tangible outcomes.


The Company

This organisation is known for delivering meaningful, measurable change across both public and private sectors. They partner closely with clients to solve complex challenges using AI, data science, and digital innovation. Their culture is collaborative, low‑ego, and centred on developing exceptional talent. As they scale their digital capabilities, you will be joining a growing team with significant influence on its future direction.

The Role

• Identify high‑impact opportunities to apply AI, data science, advanced analytics, and digital tooling.

• Lead technical workstreams, including the design and delivery of machine learning solutions and digital tools.

• Work closely with client teams on the ground to embed solutions directly into operations.

• Guide multi‑disciplinary teams that combine people, processes, and technology to deliver sustainable results.

• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical stakeholders.

• Mentor colleagues and help shape best‑practice approaches across digital programmes.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas into client delivery.


Client site travel is essential as you will drive change alongside client teams.


Your Skills and Experience

• Strong commercial experience taking digital ideas from concept through to operational impact.

• Deep capability in AI, data science, advanced analytics, or digital tooling.

• Ability to turn technical designs into practical, in‑operation solutions.

• Confident leading teams and managing stakeholders across technical and non‑technical backgrounds.

• Skilled at communicating complex ideas simply and clearly.

• A hands‑on, client‑centric approach with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.

• Comfortable working on‑site with clients to drive change in real time.

What They Offer

• Clear progression pathways with structured development support.

• Exposure to high‑impact projects across diverse sectors.

• A collaborative digital community with access to the latest technologies.

How to Apply

If you are excited by the opportunity to deliver meaningful, data‑driven impact, please apply with your CV.

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