37 ai research lead jobs found

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London (Hybrid or Remote) / Nairobi Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement,...

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London (Hybrid or Remote) / Nairobi Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement,...

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London, Hybrid or Remote Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement, technical...

Department: Technology Team: AI Foundry Location: London, Hybrid or Remote Position type: Contractor (umbrella – inside IR35) until 24th December 2026; Full Time   What the hiring manager says "The Africa AI Language Initiative is one of our most strategically important efforts — aiming to build Africa-first, open, locally representative AI models across the continent’s most widely spoken languages. As our Subject Matter Expert, you will play a pivotal role in shaping model design, guiding technical execution, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple partners." Director of AI Initiatives   About the team The Africa AI Language Initiative brings together mobile operators, African researchers, startups, academia, and GSMA to build and deploy open, representative language models for Africa. The team is multidisciplinary — spanning AI research, data governance, telco engagement, technical...

About the role We’re looking for a mid-to-senior freelance SEO specialist to work alongside the Hallam core team 2–3 days per week. We’ve landed a couple of significant new accounts this year and need extra capacity - both to support overall team workload and to provide direct strategic input on a new Key Account. The role is fully remote and ongoing. You’ll be treated as an extension of the team rather than an arm’s-length contractor.   What you’ll do You’ll contribute to SEO strategy and delivery across a range of client accounts, working closely with our core team and providing direct strategic support on a new Key Account. Typical deliverables include: Keyword research Technical audits Internal linking audits Content briefing and content strategy Entity optimisation Meta optimisation Link acquisition strategy   What we’re looking for  ...

Note: SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks.   Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position, (and speed at which we require a postholder in situ), preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance   Overview   Currently, delivery teams seeking to build or procure digital products within the Cabinet Office must navigate a highly complex and fragmented assurance landscape. Critical compliance rules and policies are often hidden or difficult to locate, and the manual nature of the process frequently traps teams in frustrating administrative bottlenecks and dependency loops.   To address this, we are developing a "Digital Assurance Navigator" platform that translates these complex policies into an automated, machine-readable rules engine. Because we are...

Solution Architect (Contract) Who are we?   Toyota Connected Europe wants to create a better world through connected mobility for all. We are a new company created to bring big data and a customer focus into all aspects of the mobility experience, so everyone’s experience is more personal, convenient, fun and safe. We create and enable technologies to delight and simplify the lives of everyone who use our products and empower them to think of and use our services in new ways.   You will be joining us at the beginning of Toyota Connected Europe’s journey of building our team and products. We are building teams to inspire, innovate and build technologies and products that are used by millions of people from all walks of life. This is an opportunity to have an immediate impact and voice: what you create today, you will see being used tomorrow.   What is the role? Toyota has a multitude of connected car systems...

Job Title: AI Engineer (contract) Location: London Hybrid. Travel to the London office 2 days a week Duration: 6 months Contract Start Date: May 2026   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.   The Role We are looking for a AI Engineer to join our Data and AI Team supporting internal service delivery transformation projects across Tax and Legal. You will be a Python and Azure expert in designing and building cutting-edge generative AI solutions for complex challenges. You will report to the Technical Lead and collaborate with data...

Senior Product Designer - Contractor - 12 months (Maternity Cover) Day rate: £450 3 days a week The Role Modern Milkman is a return and reuse grocery delivery service on a mission to reduce waste. We deliver fresh milk, groceries, and household products to customers' doors in returnable glass bottles, reusable containers, and recyclable packaging — working directly with independent farmers and suppliers to keep things local and sustainable. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a customer-centric Product Designer to elevate our product experience and embed strong design and research practices across the business. You'll be a creative thinker with a genuine passion for research and the drive to see work through from concept to measurable outcome. A key focus will be supporting our CRO efforts, so experience in this area is a big plus. What You Will Do... Take the lead on all things product design: You’ll take charge of the...

Application Deadline: 30 April 2026 Department: Growth Location: Manchester Description About CTI Join 150+ strategists and specialists who refuse to settle, creating bold digital experiences for ambitious brands since 2004. We're a full-service digital agency delivering strategic consultancy, web development, and digital marketing to drive demand online. Using over two decades of industry experience, we provide next-gen solutions as part of lasting partnerships with hundreds of clients from Chester Zoo and Zip World to Balfour Beatty and Mind. What makes us different We break new ground. You'll work on innovative projects using the latest technologies before they hit the mainstream. We celebrate calculated risks and learn fast from every experiment. We get stuck in together. Genuine collaboration across all departments. Your ideas matter here, regardless of your role or how long you've been with us. We stay curious. Continuous learning...

Distribution Data and Analytics Engineering Lead Location: London Contract: 6 months Work Setup: Hybrid - 4 days in the office     Who We Are Columbia threadneedle is a UK-based investment management firm providing equities, fixed income, and multi-asset solutions. It focuses on delivering long-term, risk-adjusted returns through disciplined investment and strong market research.   What you'll do Lead the Distribution Data Analytics platform, delivering actionable insights across Sales and Marketing. Shape and execute a prioritised delivery roadmap, balancing business needs and technical trade-offs. Manage and mentor a high-performing engineering team, ensuring technical excellence and delivery quality. Oversee vendor and partner relationships, maintaining SLAs, risk management, and delivery standards. Modernise data platforms for reliability, scalability, and AI readiness, supporting advanced analytics...

Job Title: AI Engineer (contract) Location: London Hybrid. Travel to the London office 2 days a week Duration: 6 months Contract Start Date: March 2026   Deloitte Working with the Deloitte Associate (Contractor) Programme means we can offer you the opportunity to work on a variation of industry and client related projects. Our aim is to retain the best talent and so when your project end date nears our team of Talent Community Advisors will be working with you to look at alternative projects within the firm that suit your experience should you wish to continue with Deloitte.   The Role We are looking for a AI Engineer to join our Data and AI Team supporting internal service delivery transformation projects across Tax and Legal. You will be a Python and Azure expert in designing and building cutting-edge generative AI solutions for complex challenges. You will report to the Technical Lead and collaborate with...

Senior Product Designer - Contractor - 12 months (Maternity Cover) Day rate: £450 3 days a week The Role Modern Milkman is a return and reuse grocery delivery service on a mission to reduce waste. We deliver fresh milk, groceries, and household products to customers' doors in returnable glass bottles, reusable containers, and recyclable packaging — working directly with independent farmers and suppliers to keep things local and sustainable. As we continue to scale, we're looking for a customer-centric Product Designer to elevate our product experience and embed strong design and research practices across the business. You'll be a creative thinker with a genuine passion for research and the drive to see work through from concept to measurable outcome. A key focus will be supporting our CRO efforts, so experience in this area is a big plus. What You Will Do... Take the lead on all things product design: You’ll take charge of the...

CX Manager required to join our leading Customer Experience Team. What you'll get to do: Account & Project Management Main client point of contact for multiple clients, spanning different industries but all under the web/eCommerce umbrella Get to understand a clients' businesses and challenges in order to solve critical problems with strategic, cutting edge and innovative solutions Central point of contact for all internal specialists to feed into eg UX/UI/consultancy/data/AI/developers and analytics Create and manage statements of work, resourcing needs and timelines to ensure delivery against client-approved timings and budget Commercially minded, able to create and manage budgets and monitor costs and ROI Build strong client relationships to create a pipeline of future work Creative Management Prepare and present creative briefs for UX/UI designers & copywriters and present creative visuals and copy back to the client...

Role description Generative AI Scientist – Agent‑Based Systems London (3 days onsite) Contract (Inside IR35) or Fixed‑Term Employment   The Opportunity at UST At UST, we transform lives through the power of technology, combining deep engineering expertise, responsible AI, and an empathy‑first mindset to deliver meaningful, real‑world impact. We are seeking a Generative AI Scientist to design and deliver agent‑based, AI‑enabled solutions integrated into complex enterprise environments. This is a hands‑on engineering role, focused on building production‑grade AI systems that move beyond experimentation into scalable, secure, and measurable outcomes for our clients. You’ll work closely with UST’s engineering teams, AI specialists, and business stakeholders to translate high‑value use cases into robust solutions.   What You’ll Be Doing: Build Agent‑Based AI Systems Design and...

About Synechron: Synechron is a leading digital transformation consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions within banking, financial services, and insurance. We thrive on engineering excellence, collaboration, and a passion for cutting-edge technologies. Job Location: Glasgow (Hybrid - 3 days in the office) We are seeking an highly experienced Azure AI Search ( Azure Cognitive Search) Developer to work on the deployment and optimisation of Azure AI Search solutions within a leading global bank. The successful candidate will serve as the primary conduit to understand, implement, and optimise its capabilities across the firm. This role involves collaborating with clients and tech leads to set up and maintain Azure AI Search, manage document ingestion, metadata management, and tuning to ensure high-quality, accurate, and consistent results. Primary Responsibilities and Objectives: Act as the go-to expert for Azure AI Search (Azure...

About Synechron: Synechron is a leading digital transformation consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions within banking, financial services, and insurance. We thrive on engineering excellence, collaboration, and a passion for cutting-edge technologies. Job Location: London (Hybrid- 3 days in the office) The Job: This role sits within a newly formed team - AI team - which is responsible for leveraging AI. You will implement, build and deploy Back End systems to automate the analysis of data, code, documentation and Jira, and structure the extracted knowledge in a Credit Risk Domain aware knowledge graph. Job Description: Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced Machine Learning and AI solutions across Credit Risk and Customer Analytics domains. Build and deploy backend AI systems to automate analysis of structured and unstructured data (data, code, documentation, Jira). Design and maintain Credit...

Managing pricing and rebates shouldn’t be a hassle. Enable’s intelligent platform is built for the speed of today’s market, eliminating disconnects between pricing strategy and rebate execution. We help companies to increase profitability and simplify the complex with accurate, AI-powered insights, real-time performance monitoring, agreement optimization, and simplified rebate management. After securing $291M in Series A-D funding and acquiring Flintfox in 2025, Enable is positioned for continued, significant growth. Since the launch of our flagship product in 2016, we have been rapidly scaling our client base, product offerings, and built a team of top-tier professionals committed to reshaping the industry. Want a glimpse into life at Enable? Visit our Life at Enable page to learn how you can be part of our journey. Job Summary To provide high-quality software implementation expertise to Enable customers. The Consultants act as the conduit between the...

About Synechron: Synechron is a leading digital transformation consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative technology solutions within banking, financial services, and insurance. We thrive on engineering excellence, collaboration, and a passion for cutting-edge technologies. Job Location: Glasgow (Hybrid - 3 days in the office) We are seeking an highly experienced Azure AI Search ( Azure Cognitive Search) Developer to work on the deployment and optimisation of Azure AI Search solutions within a leading global bank. The successful candidate will serve as the primary conduit to understand, implement, and optimise its capabilities across the firm. This role involves collaborating with clients and tech leads to set up and maintain Azure AI Search, manage document ingestion, metadata management, and tuning to ensure high-quality, accurate, and consistent results. Primary Responsibilities and Objectives: Act as the go-to expert for Azure AI Search (Azure...

Fixed-term contract (approx. 4 weeks) Bristol-based, with a preference for on-site; remote considered Start date: ASAP — please only apply if you’re immediately available Day rate: DOE   About Us: Narwhal Labs is developing an AI platform. Customers build, deploy and monitor AI agents that handle inbound and outbound customer contact. The product is in active build toward production with a mature in-house component library and design system, and an engineering team shipping weekly.   About the role: We’re bringing in a Senior Product Designer to support the existing design team through a period of reduced capacity. You’ll be working alongside the in-house designer where available and directly with engineering and product day to day. This is hands-on execution, not discovery or strategy. We need a senior designer who can pick up features already in flight and produce implementation-ready work from day one....