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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of AI - **Company:** Halian . - **Location:** Reading, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £120,000.0 - £150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Encodings, Computer Programming, Data Infrastructure, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Enterprise Software Applications, Large Language Models, Information Technology, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations, GPT - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815046631-head-of-ai ## About the Role * Proven experience leading AI / Machine Learning strategy within a B2B SaaS or enterprise software environment * Strong experience working with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI technologies (e.g. Claude, GPT, etc.) * A degree qualification (BSc, MSc, PhD etc.) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Mathematics or similar * Strong programming and technical background (ideally Python and modern ML frameworks) * Experience building and deploying production-grade AI systems at scale * Strong understanding of data platforms, ML pipelines, and AI system architecture * Experience applying AI within finance, procurement, ERP, or workflow automation systems would be highly beneficial * Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate AI into tangible product and revenue outcomes * Experience leading and growing high-performing AI / Data Science teams * Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders, including CEO and board * A passion for driving innovation and staying at the forefront of AI developments ## Description SALARY- £120,000 to £150,000 per annum (plus bonus and benefits) My client is a leading provider of software, delivering cloud-based solutions that help organisations manage procurement, supplier relationships, and financial processes end-to-end. As part of a major strategic transformation, they are investing heavily in artificial intelligence to enhance their platform capabilities and are now looking to appoint a Head of AI to lead this initiative from their Reading office. The Head of AI will define and execute the company-wide AI strategy, embedding intelligent capabilities across procurement, finance, and supplier workflows. This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the CEO, with significant influence over product direction, technology strategy, and long-term growth. The Head of AI will ideally have the following attributes: * Proven experience leading AI / Machine Learning strategy within a B2B SaaS or enterprise software environment * Strong experience working with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI technologies (e.g. Claude, GPT, etc.) * A degree qualification (BSc, MSc, PhD etc.) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Mathematics or similar * Strong programming and technical background (ideally Python and modern ML frameworks) * Experience building and deploying production-grade AI systems at scale * Strong understanding of data platforms, ML pipelines, and AI system architecture * Experience applying AI within finance, procurement, ERP, or workflow automation systems would be highly beneficial * Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate AI into tangible product and revenue outcomes * Experience leading and growing high-performing AI / Data Science teams * Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders, including CEO and board * A passion for driving innovation and staying at the forefront of AI developments The Head of AI role will involve * Defining and delivering the company's AI strategy aligned to overall business and product objectives * Embedding AI capabilities across the platform, including procurement, supplier management, and finance workflows * Driving the development of AI-powered features such as predictive analytics, intelligent automation, and decision-support tools * Leading the design and implementation of scalable AI architecture and data infrastructure * Building and managing a high-performing AI / Data Science function * Collaboration closely with Product, Engineering, and Commercial teams to deliver AI-driven innovation * Identifying and delivering new revenue opportunities through AI-enabled product offerings * Establishing AI governance, ensuring compliance, security, and ethical use of AI technologies * Acting as a key advisor to the executive team on AI trends, opportunities, and risks If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up-to-date CV as soon as possible, along with your availability and salary expectations. ## Related Videos - [ Evaluating AI models for code comprehension](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1462-evaluating-ai-models-for-code-comprehension) - [A Brief History of Data Storage](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/974-a-brief-history-of-data-storage) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [Overview of Machine Learning in Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/840-overview-of-machine-learning-in-python) - [Streaming AI Responses in Real-Time with SSE in Next.js & NestJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1630-streaming-ai-responses-in-real-time-with-sse-in-next-js-nestjs) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts)