2 AI Strategy jobs in South Africa
Ai Strategist
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We are seeking an innovative and experienced Senior AI Strategist to lead our AI initiatives within our global brokerage business. This pivotal role involves steering our AI strategy, overseeing development, and ensuring that our AI technologies align with business objectives. The ideal candidate will be adept at prototyping and MVP creation, possess a strategic mindset, and excel in communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences. Importantly the candidate must have an understanding of the brokerage and trading business and have worked with trading data sets.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership : Develop and refine the company's AI strategy in alignment with business goals. Advise the board on AI integration, opportunities, and risks.
Team Management : Build and lead a team of AI specialists. Foster an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Project Oversight : Manage the entire lifecycle of AI projects from conception through to deployment. Ensure projects meet business needs and are delivered on time and within budget.
Prototyping and MVP Development : Drive the creation of prototypes and Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) to demonstrate AI capabilities to both internal stakeholders and external partners.
Stakeholder Engagement : Serve as the company's AI ambassador at industry conferences, seminars, and business events. Represent the company’s AI strategy and achievements to enhance brand visibility and attract partnerships.
Technology Scouting : Stay abreast of AI trends, technologies, and methodologies. Evaluate and recommend new tools, platforms, or partnerships that could benefit our AI strategy.
Ethics and Compliance : Ensure all AI initiatives comply with ethical standards, data privacy laws, and industry regulations.
Qualifications
Education : Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
- Experience :
5+ years of experience in AI or machine learning roles, with 2+ years in a leadership capacity.
Proven track record in developing and deploying AI solutions in a business context, preferably within finance or related sectors.
- Technical Skills :
Deep understanding of AI methodologies including machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and predictive analytics.
Proficient in programming languages like Python or Java, with experience in AI frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) for AI solutions.
- Soft Skills :
Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging with board members, clients, and public forums.
Openness to new ideas and agile methodologies.
Certifications : Preferably certified in AI ethics or related compliance areas.
Personality / Mindset
Integrity & loyalty
Team player with advanced communication and collaboration skills
A hands-on, can-do attitude - always looking for solutions and thinking out of the box
Capability to work and succeed in the fast pace and ever-changing environment
We Offer
Corporate benefits (choose your preferred options)
Truly inspiring culture, pleasant and informal work environment
Ongoing education & training programs
Opportunity to network and connect in the Corporate Events
Global career opportunities
- Benefits / perks can vary depending on the nature of your employment with the company and the country where you work.
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AI Strategy Consulting Lead
Posted 2 days ago
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- Align AI methodologies with business objectives and market priorities.
- Refine predictive simulators, heatmaps, and competitive analytics tools.
- Lead stakeholder sessions and translate technical outputs into executive strategy.
- Produce strategic knowledge transfer packs for longât m capability building.
- Ensure insights directly tie to measurable commercial outcomes.
What You Bring:
- Proven background in banking analytics, strategy, or performance management.
- Experience with revenue analysis, market share diagnostics, and peer benchmarking.
- Ability to translate complex AI outputs into actionable strategic recommendations.
Why Join Us:
Youll be at the forefront of turning static banking data into dynamic AIâdriven strategy, leveraging scalable openâ ource AI to redefine competitive positioning in the financial sector.
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AI Strategy & Innovation Lead (Durbanville)
Posted 5 days ago
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ENVIRONMENT:
A forward-thinking & business-oriented professional is sought by a dynamic Engineering Service Provider in Durbanville to fill the role of an AI Strategy & Innovation Lead. You will be responsible for identifying high-impact opportunities for Artificial Intelligence across the organisation and driving real-world implementation through collaboration with third-party experts and internal coordination. This position is business-driven and focused on operational strategy and innovation and is not a software or coding position. It is specifically not suited to those pursuing Programming or Data Science, as it does not involve coding or technical model development. Applicants must possess a Masters/Bachelors Degree in Business/Engineering/Innovation or a related field with 5+ years of experience in Operations, Product Development, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, or Business Transformation.
DUTIES:
Identify High-Value Use Cases -
- Walk the floor, engage teams, and map workflows to determine where AI can unlock productivity, business insights, or automation and competitive advantages.
- Develop a wide and deep understanding of industry and business trends, identify and translate opportunities and challenges into structured problem and solutions statements.
- Use your understanding of physical processes, constraints, and technology to assess viability.
Build the Business Case
- Prioritize opportunities based on business impact, effort, and speed to value.
- Develop clear, ROI-driven business cases that align with operational goals.
- Present and communicate these opportunities to senior leadership and stakeholders.
Engage the Right Expertise -
- Scout, evaluate, and collaborate with third-party AI vendors, domain experts, and technology providers.
- Serve as the internal Project Lead translating business needs to external providers and ensuring delivery stays aligned with outcomes.
- You dont build the tech you guide the vision, manage the outcomes, and ensure it solves the right problem.
Lead Implementation & Change -
- Coordinate implementation efforts across business units and external partners.
- Define success metrics, monitor progress, and remove roadblocks to execution.
- Develop and lead training efforts to build awareness and capability around the new tools or workflows.
Promote Innovation Across the Organization
- Champion a practical understanding of AI what it is, what it isnt, and where it can help.
- Host workshops, lead internal demonstrations, and empower teams to think differently.
- Help build a culture that is open to experimentation and continuous improvement.
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications
- Masters or Bachelors Degree in Business, Engineering, Innovation, Operations, or a related field.
Experience/Skills
- 5+ Years of experience in Operations, Product Development, Innovation, Continuous Improvement, or Business Transformation.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage external technology partners.
- Fluent in English, with exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, capable of engaging confidently across technical and executive audiences.
- Able to influence across technical and business domains.
- Has strong business instincts.
- Naturally curious, hands-on, and relentless about solving real problems.
- Not afraid of technology, but more focused on what it enables rather than how it works under the hood.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Outstanding organisational and time management skills.
- Willingness to travel internationally.
Nice to Have (But Not Required):
- Familiarity with AI/ML applications in Operations or Manufacturing.
- Experience working with Technology Vendors, Solution Providers, or Consultants.
- Exposure to innovation frameworks like Lean, Six Sigma, Design Thinking, or Agile.
While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.
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