22 ai research lead jobs found in London

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) / 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) / 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,...

Contract Solution Architect Farringdon, London Outside IR35   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. We want every member of our team to live and breathe the start-up culture of Toyota Connected Europe and feel and act like an owner everyday. This is an opportunity...

Senior Product Designer - Freelance Start date Monday 1st June Immediate Interviews 4-6 months initial contract duration (likely to extend) £day rate OUTSIDE IR35 2 days / week in office working (Client office - Canary Wharf) / 3 days per week remote working.  Joining a cross functional team to deliver a merchant activation product. A key part of this banks payment platform, this part of the product is where companies using the payment platform can see a record and analysis of their transactions and associated costs.    The role As a Senior Product Designer, you deliver value from ideation to implementation. You have a strong understanding of branding, Lean design practices and UX. You have a meticulous eye for detail, with the ability to visualise and communicate the ‘big picture’ product vision. You can draw on your experience and knowledge of best practices to create innovative digital solutions. You...

Contract, Full Stack Engineer Description Would you like to be part of a fast-growing technology and engineering organization that nurtures an open, collaborative learning environment? Are you passionate about technology, people, and developing your coding skills? If this describes you, we’re trying to create the best engineering consultancy in the UK and would love for you to be part of the journey.  We recognize that great talent comes in many forms and welcome conversations about part-time or flexible working arrangements for this role. We draw on our reputation for outstanding delivery to allow our engineers to do the right thing for our clients. Our engineers take a holistic approach that addresses technology, process, and structure to make a lasting impact. We work collaboratively with users to create minimum viable products that are truly ready for use.   Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain internal applications...

Research Engineer - Machine Learning (Contractor) About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they’re at home, in the office, or...

Role: Microsoft 365 Configuration & Administration Specialist Location: London Key Essential Skills Strong Microsoft 365 configuration and administration experience. Hands-on expertise with Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, Intune, and Entra ID/Azure AD. Experience managing Microsoft 365 security and compliance settings. Knowledge of Azure cloud services and modern workplace technologies. Experience with PowerShell administration and automation. Understanding of Microsoft Copilot, AI tools, and LLM technologies. Strong troubleshooting, support, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Desirable Skills: Microsoft certifications such as MS-102 or AZ-104. Experience with Power Platform and workflow automation. Knowledge of Microsoft Defender and Purview. Experience working within fast-paced or private equity-backed environments. Role Overview:...

Senior Technical Business Analyst – DAM Solution (6-month daily rate contract) WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more...

Role: Interim Principal Consultant Location: Hybrid/Remote with occasional client, workshop and leadership meetings Key Essential Skills: 6-12 years of consulting, transformation or enterprise leadership experience Experience operating at CIO, CTO, Transformation Director, Principal Consultant or equivalent leadership level Strong consultative and stakeholder management capability Experience working with enterprise organisations and senior leadership teams Broad enterprise technology understanding combined with practical delivery awareness Understanding of AI, modernization and operational optimization Strong communication and presentation capability Experience managing large teams, stakeholders and delivery environments Technical and Consulting expectations: The successful candidate should have a strong understanding of: Enterprise technology and modernization AI and operational optimization Governance and enterprise...

9 week Contract ASAP Start Inside IR35   We are seeking an Account Manager to contribute to the successful delivery of AI and Large Language Model (LLM) audits within our SEO team. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who possess a strong foundation in SEO and are eager to advance their expertise in AI-led search, LLM performance, and emerging platforms for online discovery.   Key Responsibilities Assist in delivering AI and LLM audits by analysing outputs and identifying significant insights. Support the development and upkeep of data and KPI frameworks designed to monitor LLM visibility and performance. Prepare clear and precise reports and dashboards that effectively communicate AI performance to clients. Utilise AI and SEO tools, such as AccuLLM and Brandlight, to track LLM outputs and ensure accurate brand representation. Work alongside Account Directors in client meetings, performance reviews, and strategic...

Artificial Intelligence Engineer Contract: Permanent or Contract considered Roles: Hiring for multiple positions Salary: Very Competitive Location: London   A NOTE FROM THE FOUNDERS Oxford Dynamics is at an inflection point. We operate in some of the most complex and high-stakes environments in the world -defence, national security, AI and robotics. The decisions we make now will define not just how fast we grow, but who we become. You will work closely with the entire team. You will be trusted with judgment calls. You will influence the business. And you will see the impact of your work every day. If you are excited by ownership, pace and purpose - and by building something that genuinely matters - we would love to hear from you.   Who We Are Founded in 2020, Oxford Dynamics is a fast-growing UK deep-tech company developing AI and robotic systems designed to operate in mission-critical environments. Our flagship AVIS (A Very...

Lead DevOps Engineer (AI- Focused) Mandatory hands-on experience supporting AI/ML or GenAI platforms 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) Job Summary Are you passionate about making developers' lives easier, faster, and more fulfilling? We're on a mission to supercharge our engineering culture by building a world-class DevOps organization that's the envy of the industry. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company in an innovative and dynamic industry! We are looking for a strong, hands-on Lead DevOps Engineer t o build and maintain a brand-new cloud-based Index platform. You will lead a team of Senior and Junior DevOps Engineers to help us...

Role: Head Of IT Operations Location: London Key Essential Skills: Proven leadership experience within Technology Operations, Service Delivery, or Enterprise Operations environments. Background in banking, financial services, consulting, enterprise technology, or regulated industries. Strong experience managing operational delivery, service management, and transformation programmes. Experience leading platform engineering, application support, infrastructure, or cloud operations teams. Strong understanding of IT governance, operational risk, service improvement, and delivery frameworks. Experience managing enterprise vendors, outsourcing partners, and commercial contracts. Strong stakeholder management and executive communication capability. Proven ability to lead operational change and transformation programmes. Experience working within complex, global, and matrixed organisations. Desirable Skills: Experience with DevOps, Platform...

Role: Head of End User Support Location: London Key Essential Skills: Proven leadership experience across End User Services, IT Support, and Service Operations. Experience within fintech, financial services, banking, SaaS, or enterprise technology environments. Strong background in global support operations and enterprise IT service management. Experience managing service desk, EUC, cloud operations, provisioning, and IT asset management. Strong understanding of ITIL, incident management, and operational governance. Experience with ServiceNow, Jira, Zendesk, Microsoft technologies, and enterprise tooling. Strong stakeholder management and leadership capability. Proven experience leading operational and customer experience improvements. Desirable Skills: Experience within payment processing or merchant services environments. Knowledge of PCI DSS, regulatory compliance, and operational risk controls. ITIL certification or service management...

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) About the role: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Java Developer with over 10 years of hands-on Java development experience and extensive exposure to AI/ML-driven systems . The ideal candidate will design, build, and scale enterprise-grade applications while integrating modern AI capabilities such as machine learning models, generative AI, and intelligent automation into Back End systems. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable Java applications using modern frameworks. Architect and implement AI-enabled solutions , integrating ML/AI models into Java-based platforms....

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 Risk...

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...