Job Description
Head of AI – 120k – 150k GenAI / Agentic AI – Brighton (Hybrid) – AI-native Scale-upGenAI | Agentic AI | Machine Learning | Python | PyTorch | AI Strategy | LLMs | RAG | MLOps | Leadership |Do you want to lead AI at the core of a truly AI-native business building the next generation of virtual sales assistants?A company where GenAI isn’t a buzzword, it powers everything from 24/7 Product Experts to intelligent agents guiding customers through complex purchasing journeys across any channel?This is that opportunity, reporting directly into the CTO, you’ll head up the AI function, leading a team of Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers while remaining hands-on in shaping and delivering cutting-edge AI products. This business is solving real customer problems with Agentic AI, optimised RAG pipelines and state-of-the-art GenAI approaches, and they need a senior AI leader to take ownership of strategy, execution and impact.Joining, you’ll:
* Own and evolve the company’s AI strategy
* Influence how Agentic and GenAI technologies are used to drive commercial growth
* Lead from the front, balancing leadership with hands-on technical delivery
* Build, mentor and inspire a high-performing AI team
* Work cross-functionally to rapidly validate ideas and ship value fast
* Drive delivery velocity through ambiguity, experimentation and learning
You’ll bring:
* Proven experience leading AI teams delivering commercial products
* Deep GenAI and classical ML expertise
* Hands-on experience with Agentic AI, evaluation frameworks, RAG and prompt engineering
* Strong Python skills (PyTorch, scikit-learn, modern ML frameworks)
* A commercial mindset, balancing tech investment with customer value
* The credibility to lead technically and influence at exec level
Desirable but not essential:
* Strong AWS, containerisation and MLOps knowledge
* Confidence engaging directly with customers and enterprise stakeholders
Hybrid role - minimum once per week onsite in Brighton.If you want to sit at the heart of an AI-first business, shape real products and lead AI that actually ships, this is the one.Apply now or email GenAI | Agentic AI | Machine Learning | Python | PyTorch | AI Strategy | LLMs | RAG | MLOps | Leadership |