AI Transformation Lead

Key Responsibilities: Lead discovery workshops across the organization (operations, finance, product, data) to map current state and surface AI/automation opportunities. Develop a comprehensive AI transformation roadmap: including opportunity sizing, cost/benefit modeling, milestones (90-day, 12-month), risk & dependencies. Partner with recruiting/HR leads to define the talent profile required: AI/ML engineers, data scientists, product leads, change management leads. Oversee or directly manage the hiring process: sourcing, interviewing, onboarding of transformation talent (via Amadeus payroll or client transition).Serve as the primary client-facing advisor: present findings, lead executive alignment, communicate ROI metrics and transformation status. Track performance of transformation initiatives post-deployment: monitor metrics, course-correct, ensure sustainable hand-off to client team. Build repeatable frameworks, playbooks, and best practices for future AI transformations across the portfolio. Required Experience & Skills 8+ years in roles combining AI/ML/data science, product or operations (ideally in a tech-enabled business).Demonstrated track record of leading AI/automation projects that delivered measurable business impact (e.g., cost reduction, revenue growth, process efficiency).Strong business acumen: comfortable with financial modeling, EBITDA impact, operational workflows, C-suite engagement. Proven competency in talent assessment/hiring for technical roles (AI/ML engineers, data scientists) or leading teams built from scratch. Exceptional communication and presentation skills; ability to translate complex technical ideas into business outcomes at an executive level. Ability to work in ambiguous, fast-moving environments; travel to portfolio company offices when required. MBA or advanced degree in data science, engineering, business desirable but not required.

What Success Looks Like: Within 30 days: you've completed the discovery and identified the top 2-3 AI/automation opportunities with projected business impact. Within 90 days: a transformation roadmap is approved, and key talent is onboarded (either via Amadeus payroll or client perm hire).Within 12 months: the initiative shows measurable improvement in KPIs (cost savings, margin expansion, process cycle time reduction), and the portfolio company is capable of scaling the transformation. You've developed a reusable playbook that the Amadeus team can deploy across multiple companies, driving efficiency and leverage across the portfolio.

Why Join Us: Be at the forefront of AI-driven business transformation in a high-velocity private equity context. Work with senior leadership teams, drive tangible impact, and define the future of operations-enabled value creation. Access to top talent networks, cutting-edge tools, and an execution-oriented environment. Competitive compensation, including bonus tied to transformation outcomes, plus upside in building a repeatable transformational service line.