A leading financial institution is seeking a visionary and strategic Head of AI & Insights to lead the development and execution of its enterprise AI strategy. This role will drive innovation, operational efficiency, and business value through advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI technologies.
***The position is based out of the
Charlotte office
and offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI within a dynamic data organization***

Responsibilities
- Define and lead the enterprise-wide AI strategy aligned with business goals
- Partner with executive leadership to identify high-impact AI opportunities
- Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable AI/ML models
- Drive adoption of generative AI, NLP, computer vision, and predictive analytics
- Ensure performance, governance, and compliance of AI solutions
- Build and lead a high-performing team of Data Scientists, ML Engineers, and AI Researchers
- Mentor and develop talent through structured programs
- Establish frameworks for responsible AI, including fairness and transparency
- Collaborate with legal, risk, and compliance teams to ensure regulatory alignment
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in AI/ML, including 5+ years of experience in a Leadership role
- Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or related field
- Proven success delivering AI solutions at scale in complex environments
- Deep expertise in machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, and MLOps
- Strong knowledge of Data Architecture and Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Experience in a Regulatory role/setting
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills
Desired Skills:
- Experience in the Financial sector



