Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
We are looking for a Director level Data & AI leader to join our practice and play a pivotal role in shaping and scaling impactful Data and AI products and services. This is a senior client-facing role suited to someone who blends:
1. Strategic vision (how AI reshapes operating models, value chains and growth)
2. Deep operational delivery experience (how transformation actually lands in complex organisations)
3. Credible data and AI expertise (modern platforms, Gen AI, Agentic AI, AI Ops, AI Governance & Controls)
You will act as a trusted adviser to executives, lead multi-disciplinary teams and help clients move from AI ambition to adoption at scale across people, process, technology, data and controls working cross-sector.
Location: UK & Ireland (hybrid, with Liverpool and client travel as required)
Key Responsibilities
Shape market-leading offerings (products and services)
4. Define and evolve our Data and AI transformation services, accelerators and repeatable assets
5. Translate market demand into clear propositions, roadmaps and adoption approaches
6. Drive consistency and quality across delivery methods, tooling, templates and playbooks
7. Partner with alliances and engineering teams to build solutions with hyperscalers and platforms (e.g. Microsoft, AWS, Google, Elastic, Databricks etc.)
Trusted adviser for executive stakeholders
Engage CxO and senior leaders (CIO, COO, CDO, CFO, CRO) as a credible adviser on:
8. AI strategy and operating model
9. Data modernisation and AI readiness
10. Agentic AI enablement
11. Risk, governance and controls (model risk, data ethics, compliance)
12. Lead advisory engagements from framing through decision support, business case and roadmap
Deliver transformation outcomes by owning the delivery outcomes across large, complex programmes including:
13. Data platforms, data products and data mesh enablement
14. AI/ML and GenAI productionisation
15. Decision intelligence and AI-enabled operations
16. Lead cross-functional teams spanning data engineering, architecture, AI engineering, governance, product and change
Growth and leadership
17. Drive new business: identify opportunities, shape propositions, lead responses, support commercial negotiations
18. Provide thought leadership in the market: events, roundtables, client workshops, POVs
19. Coach senior consultants and managers, raising capability across the practice
20. Contribute to hiring, talent development and practice culture
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialise in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritises customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Core experience
21. 10–15+ years in transformation roles (consulting, industry or hybrid), with Director-level or equivalent leadership experience
22. Demonstrated ownership of end-to-end transformation: discovery → roadmap → delivery → adoption → value realisation
23. Strong background in data and AI with enough depth to credibly challenge architects and engineering teams
24. Strong commercial experience: shaping deals, proposals, governance, financial accountability
Data & AI capabilities (must have)
25. Modern data architectures: cloud data platforms, lakehouse patterns, data products, lineage and observability
26. AI/ML life cycle: model development to production (MLOps), monitoring, drift, governance
27. GenAI/Agentic AI: use-case identification, enterprise enablement, controls and safety patterns
28. Strong understanding of Responsible AI, model risk and regulatory expectations (esp. FS, insurance, regulated industries)
Leadership behaviours
29. Executive presence: confident with senior client stakeholders, challenge/support dynamic
30. High accountability: drives decisions, clears obstacles, sets direction and delivers outcomes
31. Collaborative, cross-functional operator: can lead alliances, engineering, delivery, change and client teams
32. Strong narrative skills: can turn complexity into a clear story and plan
Desirable (Nice to have)
33. Prior experience in Financial Services, Banking, Insurance or regulated sectors
34. Experience building consulting offerings or running a practice portfolio
35. Familiarity with enterprise transformation frameworks (operating model, TOM, governance)
36. Exposure to innovation topics (agentic patterns, digital twins, quantum enablement, advanced optimisation)
Why Join
37. Opportunity to shape a growing Data and AI practice with strong market pull
38. High-impact role working directly with executives to deliver real-world outcomes
39. Strong ecosystem partners and investment in modern AI engineering and transformation delivery
40. A leadership environment that values delivery, credibility and building capability
Being You
The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.