AI Transformation Lead – Strategy

Join to apply for the AI Transformation Lead – Strategy & Demand role at UniCredit . As an AI Transformation Tech Lead, you will operate as the technical bridge between Business Strategy and Technology execution. Your primary goal is to scout, validate, and structure high‑value AI opportunities, ensuring resources are invested in initiatives that generate real ROI. What you can expect from us Strategic Ideation & Opportunity Scouting: Proactively scout opportunities within the bank (“Internal Selling”), identifying areas where AI can drive high‑impact innovation or efficiency. Collaborate with business units and the transformation office to align AI initiatives with the bank’s broader digital evolution. Proactive Demand Management & Scouting (Bottom‑Up): Lead the AI demand management process across Business Units, moving beyond passive collection to active identification of technical AI needs. Business Case & Sourcing Strategy: Bring technical expertise to ensure each initiative has a rigorous business case, gathering estimates from the factory and contributing to a clear ROI (cost savings, revenue generation, risk mitigation). Drive the Buy vs. Make evaluation, determining whether to build custom on GCP, buy market solutions, or leverage low‑code tools. Portfolio & Value Tracking: Maintain the catalog of AI solutions and capabilities, and track the realization of the business case post‑implementation (budgeted vs. actual costs and impacts). What we expect from you Experience: 4‑7 years of relevant experience, preferably with a background in Strategy Consulting or Digital Strategy/Innovation within Financial Services. AI Functional Knowledge: Consolidated knowledge of AI technology from a functional perspective, understanding what is currently possible with specific models or stacks (e.g., GenAI, LLMs, Predictive ML) to validate feasibility during ideation. Regulatory Awareness: Understanding of AI regulatory challenges (GDPR, EU AI Act) and their impact on use‑case feasibility. Demand & Selling: Proven experience in demand management and opportunity scouting (preferably in the AI domain). Demonstrate the value of AI to business leaders to generate quality demand. Communication Skills: Top‑notch presentation and public‑speaking skills; ability to present to senior leadership and non‑technical stakeholders. Stakeholder Management: Experience managing high‑level stakeholders and navigating organizational complexities to align business and tech objectives. Banking/FSI Knowledge: Consolidated exposure to banking processes (e.g., Credit, Risk, Commercial, Operations). Education: Master’s degree in Management Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, or related STEM disciplines. Nice‑to‑have Strategic Sourcing: Proven experience in Buy vs. Make evaluation and strategy definition. Digital Governance: Experience in Digital Strategy and Governance roles (defining frameworks, prioritization matrices). Complex Execution: Hands‑on experience driving strategic digital initiatives with high complexities and multiple counterparts. Tech Stack: Familiarity with the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ecosystem and Gemini Enterprise context. Our offer to you #MakeInnovationHappen: Chance to make an impact in terms of transformation. #UnlockYourPotential: Join a young and stimulating environment. #ComeAsYouAre: Working within a global team. #BalanceLifeAndCareer: Flexible working hours. #EnjoyTheBest: Access to our Benefits platform with a dedicated budget that you can use to choose the most suitable benefits. About UniCredit Group UniCredit is a pan‑European commercial bank with a unique service offering in Italy, Germany, Central and Eastern Europe. Our purpose is to empower communities to progress, delivering best‑in‑class service to all stakeholders, unlocking a better tomorrow for our clients and our people across Europe. We serve over 15 million customers worldwide and put the customer at the heart of everything we do. Digitalisation and our commitment to ESG principles are key enablers for our service, enabling us to deliver excellence and create a sustainable future for our clients, communities and people. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. We stand together in nurturing a workplace that welcomes diverse thinking and inclusive behaviours. Making all voices heard and leveraging "diversity of thought" regardless of gender identity, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, cultural background ensures sustainable growth, new business opportunities, strong innovation and creativity, as well as a general improvement of the work climate with positive impact on productivity, well‑being and engagement of our people. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Other #J-18808-Ljbffr