Kennedys is looking to recruit an AI Lead to join in any of our UK offices. The AI Lead will be responsible for planning and delivering projects that enhance our AI capabilities. This role involves collaborating with various teams to coordinate and ensure projects align with our strategy, using digital tools to improve efficiency, and managing projects through agile methods. Although this role will sit within the IT team initially, this role is not technical based and it will largely be working alongside a prominent Partner who is leading on the AI strategy development for the business
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, global firm and make a difference to our AI strategy.
Team
Kennedys IT is responsible for the maintenance of IT systems and security across the firm, including its portfolio of managed bespoke and off-the-shelf applications. This role will work across all IT functions and, in the case of broader projects, occasionallywith other teams within the firm.
The majority of the global IT team are in London and Chelmsford, although some staff are based in other UK and non-UK offices. As a team which provides truly global service, the team are used to working remotely.
Key responsibilities
- Conception, planning, and delivery of strategic initiatives aimed at advancing our AI capabilities and projects
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and define tactical initiatives that align with the strategic goals of the business
- Conduct thorough research and analysis to validate the feasibility and impact of proposed initiatives
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements
- Act as an internal consultant to the business when interpreting user requests and provide innovative ideas of how to develop solutions for identified problems.
Required experience
- Strong understanding of digital technologies and their applications in various industries
- Proven experience working with data science teams and integrating data-driven insights into project plans
- Ability to develop and manage project plans, timelines and budgets
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and execute tactically
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and advise accordingly
- Adept at articulating ideas clearly, negotiating effectively and driving consensus among diverse groups
- Able to capture user needs properly and formally
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be self-motivated in managing multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proficiency with digital tools and platforms used in project management, data science, and digital transformation.
- Demonstrable solid experience working with technology and digital products, especially in the area of product management and delivery
- Demonstrable solid experience in delivering digital to digital transformation projects, with a focus on integrating new technologies and processes
- Experience working with strategic approaches and applying strategic thinking to digital solutions
- Experience carrying out or hands-on management of user research activities, especially in the area of problem solving and digital transformation
- Demonstrable experience of utilising project management and agile methodology elements (certification desirable)
- Experience working in a global or multinational organisation beneficial.
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.
*where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.
About Kennedys
Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,500 people worldwide across 45 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and America we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field.
Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, and provide a range of specialist legal services, for many industry sectors but we have particular expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, especially in defending insurance and liability claims.
We're a fresh-thinking firm, and we're not afraid to bring challenging new perspectives to the table way beyond the traditional realm of legal services. We empower our clients with a diverse range of ideas, tools and technology to make their lives easier, as well as delivering exceptional results, every time.
What do we have to offer?
We welcome high-performing lawyers, business services professionals, secretaries, graduates and apprentices to join our rapidly expanding global firm. Whatever your role at Kennedys, you'll be involved in exciting and stimulating work, where your input will make a difference.
Our culture and values form a big part of who we are and we take them seriously. We make a difference by being approachable, straightforward, supportive and distinctive. Our values are at the core of who we are and what make us a great firm to work with and for.
The Firm recognises the value of investing in our people's development and believes our culture and values contribute to the quality of our work and of our client relationships. With a culture of on-the-job and experiential learning, peer to peer learning, mentoring, resources and tools that enable you to drive your career, we can support your development in your current and future roles. A variety of other opportunities are available including secondments to clients and our global offices.
We strive to celebrate diversity, empower our people and ensure everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. We've created a culture based on client service, professional excellence, hard work and trust, where diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a key priority. We recognise that many of our people want to work for an employer that is aligned to their values, which is why we are building an inclusive culture, decarbonising our operations and supporting our people to thrive at work. Our people are the key to driving this change and helping us to make a difference to our clients, our people and the communities in which we live and work.
Kennedys is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. We expect all employees to be aware of and comply with all relevant policies and procedures within their jurisdiction, including those relating to Information Security, Data Protection and Quality Management, refer any breach promptly to Risk & Compliance and to complete all mandatory training when requested.
