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AI Project and Transformation Lead

 

THE POSITION

 

The AI Project & Transformation Lead is responsible for translating the Cardio‑Renal‑Metabolic (CRM) Franchise strategy into a clear, actionable AI capability roadmap by identifying key operational and commercial gaps and opportunities that require sourcing and deploying solutions (including third-party and internal capabilities). This role leads the end‑to‑end lifecycle of third‑party AI solutions - from vendor identification and due diligence through pilot execution to full deployment - ensuring each solution delivers measurable business impact and builds sustainable capabilities.

 

Location: Bracknell, UK (hybrid working – 2 days office / 3 days home).

 

 

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Lead end‑to‑end vendor lifecycle management, including identification, evaluation, selection, onboarding and performance monitoring.
  • Conduct rigorous vendor due diligence, ensuring compliance with data privacy, cloud security, ABPI standards and internal governance policies.
  • Design, implement and manage proof‑of‑concepts and pilot programmes for AI solutions, defining clear KPIs and success criteria.
  • Analyse pilot outcomes and provide clear recommendations on scaling, iteration or discontinuation of solutions.
  • Drive successful transition of pilots into full‑scale deployment, managing operational, technical and budget considerations.
  • Lead change management and user adoption, ensuring new solutions are embedded into daily workflows across functions (including, but not limited to Sales, Medical, Market Access and Marketing).
  • Work closely with IT, legal, data and enterprise architecture teams to ensure solutions align with enterprise systems and standards.

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Experience & Skills

 

  • Proven experience in programme or project management (typically 5+ years), ideally within pharmaceutical, healthcare or other regulated industries
  • Strong experience managing external vendors and delivering projects from concept through to deployment
  • Experience operating in highly regulated environments with a strong understanding of compliance requirements
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Exposure to AI‑driven initiatives or digital transformation projects is highly desirable
  • Solid understanding of data privacy, cloud security and AI governance
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into business solutions.

 

Education

 

  • Degree in Business, Strategy or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Project management certifications (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile) are advantageous

 

 

 

WHY THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

 

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https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.co.uk/careers/uk-careers/why-great-place-work

 

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