AI Implementation / Project Manager - Global Communications

Rate: £540 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Client: Major Scientific Organisation

Location: Hybrid and Manchester

Duration: Until end of July 2026

An hands-on, Interim AI implementation lead to help a global Communications team move fast and scale smart.

This role is about turning AI ambition into reality; building agents, workflows and skills that drive efficiency, creativity and better decision-making across communications.

You'll work closely with senior leaders, IT and communications teams to define governance, prioritise high-impact use cases, and deliver AI solutions that stick.

The Role:

• Set clear AI governance and direction for Global Communications
• Identify and prioritise high-value, AI use cases
• Implement AI tools, agents, and workflows with measurable impact
• Launch a practical AI training and upskilling programme
• Build and lead a network of AI change champions
  

Requirements:

• 10+ years' experience as a project or implementation manager
• Proven delivery of AI or digital transformation initiatives
• Confidence working in complex, global matrix organisations
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  

Nice to have:

Experience in corporate communications or change programmes

This is a high-visibility role for someone who can move quickly, bring clarity, and help teams do their best work with AI.

This is an urgent requirement - if interested, please apply asap and any questions, email claire.shipman@1st-executive.com