AI Manager - maternity cover

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced programme manager to continue to drive the AI agenda, overseeing multiple programmes and collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary stakeholder groups across the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and beyond. The ideal candidate will be proactive, analytical, and equally comfortable with strategic oversight and the finer detail of this complex, technical area. You do not need to be an AI specialist, but a strong interest in the subject and a working knowledge of NHS systems will be an advantage.

This role sits within our External Affairs team, reflecting the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s commitment to engaging with and representing members and fellows on AI. You will build strong relationships with our data, policy, public affairs and media specialists, working together to strengthen the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s member engagement and influencing work in this area. You will also collaborate with colleagues across the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] who support the practical implementation of AI — for example, through developing guidance or planning our Global AI Conference.

The successful candidate will be results-oriented, high-performing and a skilled communicator, with the ability to lead a team of ambitious and innovative professionals.

What you'll do

• Work with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s AI strategy, securing our position as a leading organisation in the healthcare AI space.
• Be the first point of contact for AI, both internally and externally.
• Represent the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] externally in meetings, groups and other forums, including as sole representative where required.
• Manage AI workstreams in line with the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s financial, contractual and HR delegation framework, from developing workstream plans to establishing and chairing advisory committees.
• Identify and develop new AI projects as opportunities arise, building stakeholder buy-in and converting them into funded projects with tangible outcomes for the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
• Lead, motivate and support the AI team, fostering a productive and engaged working environment.

What you'll need

• A keen interest in AI.
• Strong programme management experience, particularly managing, evolving projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build and sustain effective working relationships with a diverse range of colleagues, partners and stakeholders at all levels.
• Clear and analytical thinker.
• Ability to manage own time effectively and prioritise own work and work of others (officers) across a range of activities
• Experience leading a new area of work where flexibility, adaptability and opportunity spotting is key.
• Self-starter, confident to initiate and progress work

Our ambition is that the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] leads the AI work in our specialities and your skills and ability to develop your AI knowledge, build relationships and lead projects of work could be what helps us achieve it. If this influential and exciting opportunity sounds like the role for you, we encourage you to find out more about it, the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and instructions on how to apply in the AI Manager candidate pack.

How to Apply

To find out more about any of the vacancies advertised, please download the candidate pack for the post you are interested in. Complete the diversity monitoring form and send a CV and covering letter to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] by the stated closing date, explaining concisely how you match the requirements of the role.

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The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 4 May 2026. First stage interviews are due to take place on 15 May 2026 with final stage interviews scheduled for 26 May 2026.

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