Brunswick is on a transformative journey to integrate AI and data science into its operations, enhancing the advice we deliver to clients globally. We are now seeking a forward-thinking day to day AI Product Lead to spearhead these initiatives, driving our vision of leveraging AI as a key differentiator in both our internal processes and client offerings. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about the intersection of AI, innovation, and corporate strategy.The Role
As the AI Product Manager, you will lead all internal AI programs across the firm, managing a growing team of AI engineers and working closely with senior leadership. This role offers a blend of strategic thinking, technical acumen, and leadership, ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives on collaboration, and is excited by the opportunity to shape the future of AI at Brunswick. You will be the driving force behind the roadmap, adoption, and scaling of AI-powered tools and solutions firmwide.
Reports to: Director, Group Strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Champion AI initiatives across the firm, driving innovation in how AI is leveraged to improve both internal operations and client outcomes.
- Lead the internal AI team, guiding them through the development and scaling of proprietary AI tools to enhance both commercial and operational performance.
- Strategically manage the AI roadmap, from refining existing solutions to identifying, prioritizing, and launching the next generation of AI use cases.
- Serve as an AI advocate, engaging with internal stakeholders to assess needs, provide guidance, and ensure seamless integration of AI tools.
- Oversee the adoption of AI-driven tools (both proprietary and third-party) and promote AI literacy and competence across all teams and levels.
- Procure and implement cutting-edge AI tools, continuously seeking out innovative technologies that support Brunswick’s strategic objectives.
- Collaborate closely with IT security and other departments to mitigate AI-related risks while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Stay at the forefront of AI advancements, bringing insights back to the team and ensuring Brunswick remains a leader in AI application within the corporate advisory space.
What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, highly motivated individual who combines strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and inspire teams. This person will have a deep understanding of AI technologies, experience in a corporate environment, and the ability to translate complex ideas into practical, impactful solutions. They will have a strong academic background and a distinguished career to date.
Candidates will have:
- Proven experience in leading AI programs within a corporate environment.
- Deep expertise in generative AI and familiarity with the broader AI landscape.
- 6-10 years of relevant post-university experience, with a strong track record of success in product management, AI, data science, or technology roles.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience and interact with senior stakeholders.
- Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience in professional services or advisory firms is a plus.
- A network of industry contacts in AI, tech, product and data science to leverage for insights, partnerships, and collaboration.
Desirable skills/knowledge:
- Experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT and other advanced, off-the-shelf AI solutions.
- A conceptual understanding of programming languages (e.g., Python) for effective communication with technical teams (although no coding experience is necessary)
- Familiarity with technical development processes, especially within Microsoft Azure, would be a plus, even if coding is not required.
About Brunswick
Brunswick is a strategic advisory firm focused on critical issues. Our purpose is to help the great value-creating organizations of the world play a more successful role in society.
We advise on critical issues at the center of business, politics and society, and help our clients – the leaders of large, complex organizations – understand and navigate these interconnected worlds.
Brunswick is one firm globally, operating as a single profit center. This allows us to respond seamlessly and effectively to clients’ needs wherever they are in the world.
Background
Founded in London in 1987, Brunswick’s global partnership has grown organically to 27 offices in 18 countries. We began as a M&A and financial communications firm and, over time, expanded our capabilities and expertise to crisis communications and communications on other business critical issues. We invested in new offices, sectors and a wider variety of offers for clients such as public and regulatory affairs, including geopolitical; crisis; litigation; social issues including climate change and DEI; cybersecurity, data and privacy; and employee engagement.
Our CEO is Henry Timms, based in New York. Our Chairman is Sir Alan Parker, based in London.
