Head of AI Transformation

As AI becomes foundational to how enterprise systems operate were seeking a Head of AI Transformation to lead Unit4 through this shiftresponsibly strategically and sustainably. This is a senior cross-functional leadership role focused on governance transformation enablement ethical AI adoption and long-term organizational readiness.

This is not a technical R&D or delivery role. Instead it centers on strategic oversight responsible innovation cross-functional alignment and embedding AI capabilities into the organisations operating model and culture.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Develop and execute a comprehensive AI transformation and governance strategy aligned with Unit4s strategy and objectives.
• Chair and operationalize an AI Governance Council to oversee initiative assessment approval and monitoring.
• Create principles guardrails escalation paths and ethical frameworks for AI use ensuring fairness transparency compliance and lifecycle oversight.
• Stay ahead of AI-related regulations (e.g. EU AI Act data governance) and ensure defensible compliance and positioning.

Transformation & Change Enablement

• Identify where AI can meaningfully support operational change improve efficiency and augment human roles.
• Work across business units to integrate AI into transformation efforts without disruption.
• Lead change management initiatives collaborating with functional leaders and designated AI Champions to build readiness and adoption.
• Track performance and define KPIs for AI transformation initiatives in alignment with business strategy.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the central coordination point across functions (Tech Legal Compliance PX Security etc.) to align and guide AI efforts.
• Set up internal forums and documentation practices to enable structured review knowledge sharing and learning.
• Partner with Legal Security and Compliance teams to ensure robust audits inspections and regulatory alignment across all operations.

Capability Building & Culture

• Collaborate with People Experience to assess skill gaps and design organisation-wide AI upskilling and learning programs.
• Ensure internal communications reflect consistent messaging around AI governance and cultural change.
• Help embed AI principles into employee engagement and experience programs.

Quality Risk & Regulatory Oversight

• Lead quality assurance and governance integration into AI-related processes across the company
• Oversee performance tracking and alignment with internal and external standards

Qualifications :

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science Data Science Business Administration Law or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in AI strategy enterprise transformation governance quality assurance and change management.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale strategic initiatives across complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of ethical AI data governance and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent leadership communication stakeholder management and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced ambiguous and cross-functional environments.

Additional Information :

Join Unit4 and youll be part of one of the most exciting journeys in the cloud software space today. Were a fast-paced and high-growth people-centric cloud player offering a host of benefits & development opportunities for individuals serious about their career

• A culture built on trust. Thats why we offer our people an uncapped time off policy and remote working opportunities. We focus on results not how many days you work or where that work takes place
• Work learn & be inspired by some of the best talents in the software space
• Whole host of great benefits & perks
• Talent program for high performers. Each year we provide a platform for high-potential talent to accelerate their careers!
• Committed to corporate social responsibility with our Act4Good initiative  our global movement to do good and a way for everyone at Unit4 to come together and engage in actions that benefit society
• Diversity4U. Helping our people thrive starts with a safe and inclusive work environment. We launched our Diversity4U program that builds on our be genuine value

Our commitment to you

Unit4 is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for everyone - together we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages and celebrates the diversity of our employees. We consider all candidates on their ability to do the job required and welcome the unique contributions each individual can bring to Unit4. We know that diversity of race ethnicity gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression age educational background national origin religion and physical ability brings fresh perspectives ideas and solutions to our company. This is the essence of our culture. We also welcome and encourage people who are pregnant and/or parents-to-be to apply. Thats why we make our hiring decisions solely based on skills qualifications and our current business needs.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time