Data Risk and AI Director, London or Birmingham
EY’s Data Risk and AI team is a data-focused group within our Assurance Advisory Services department. We work across a variety of sectors, combining industry knowledge, data and AI expertise, and technology to help clients make data accessible, compliant and of high quality. In turn, clients use this data to manage key risks, improve productivity, and reimagine their business while delivering outcomes for all stakeholders. The role is a market-facing Director leading the team’s market strategy, building client relationships, and defining complex business problems that can be solved through data science, AI and technology.
Key responsibilities
* Develop and build long‑term client relationships across key sectors and accounts.
* Support and drive business development activities, including identification, client conversations, proposal development and participating in pitches.
* Play an active role in promoting the team in the market through activities such as writing thought leadership (white papers), conference participation, product development, and developing relationships with strategic technology partners.
* Ensure meaningful client value is delivered to retain and grow client relationships with measurable results.
* Bring the latest technical experience in AI & ML, data science, engineering, statistics, and cloud architecture.
* Provide deep industry knowledge.
* Take a significant role in the strategy, growth of the team and wider practice, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of other team members.
Qualifications
* A demonstrable track record in growing business by supporting clients to manage their data, use data to manage key risks and improve business performance.
* An exemplary track record in the delivery of client engagements related to data risks and AI solutions.
* Ability to develop innovative data‑driven solutions and take them to market.
* Experience in growing and leading a team to develop business and deliver for clients to the highest standards.
Desired qualifications
* Experience in delivery of advanced Analytics & Decision Intelligence.
* Experience of scalable AI architecture and solutions.
* Capability in AI Literacy, ML Engineering & Generative AI Fluency.
* Hands‑on experience of Agentic AI & Autonomous Systems.
Additional preferred experience
* An understanding of the UK, EU and US financial reporting regulatory environment.
* Recognised qualifications in cloud engineering, AI and data science.
* Experience in conducting IT audits over major change programmes and regulatory remediation programmes.
* Experience working for a professional services consultancy or blue‑chip industry firm in the management of data‑related risks and the use of data to drive confidence in decision making.
* Deep knowledge of the challenges facing key industries.
What we look for
We’re looking for professionals with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. This role offers ample autonomy, and we seek individuals who take initiative, identify opportunities to improve relationships and processes, and are serious about tackling complex audit and advisory challenges.
Benefits
* Continuous learning: Develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
* Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
* Transformative leadership: Receive insight, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
* Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
Legal statements
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. The personal information collected during the recruitment process is kept entirely confidential and is not used to evaluate your candidacy.
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