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Senior Manager

Faculty· Defence
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Hybrid (Remote (UK))Full-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Senior Manager leading complex defence-focused AI programmes, delivering strategic, research and product initiatives with a mission to enhance national security through responsible AI.

Responsibilities

  • Managing the delivery of multiple, complex programmes of work for Defence clients, spanning strategy, R&D, and bespoke product builds.
  • Overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple facets of the Defence enterprise, ensuring alignment with departmental strategic objectives.
  • Developing and owning compelling, mission-focused proposals to grow Defence and National Security portfolio.
  • Mentoring and developing team members, aligning their growth with sensitive work.
  • Working strategically to deliver meaningful operational outcomes and improved decision-making for Defence organisations.
  • Forming strong, trusted relationships with senior military and civilian customers, collaborating with other industry partners as required.
  • Advising clients on AI strategy and technical implementation, engaging in complex technical discussions with senior leaders and directors.
  • Supporting wider business efforts to ensure maximum strategic flexibility and commercial impact across the business unit.

Qualifications

  • Experienced Senior Manager with a proven background in managing complex, large-scale transformation programmes within demanding environments.
  • Significant experience in the Defence space (military, government, academia or industry backgrounds accepted).
  • Track record of shipping digital products and delivering AI-enabled services in Government or Defence contexts.
  • Deep interest in AI/ML concepts and ability to apply them to battle-space and organisational challenges.
  • Technical ability to engage with senior stakeholders on engineering concepts and AI deployment at scale.
  • Understanding of the commercial consulting delivery model and ability to focus on account growth, project oversight, and value creation.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with flexibility to support broader strategic work across the Senior Management team.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous, high-stakes settings and deliver high-quality results under pressure.

Skills

Required:Programme delivery managementStakeholder engagementAI strategy and implementationProposal development
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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