AI Strategy and Experimentation Lead (G7)

SBA are currently supporting our Central Government client who are seeking an AI Strategy & on an initial 9 month contract. Location: London, Bristol OR Manchester (hybrid) You will have experience of: Leading complex strategy, innovation, transformation, or digital policy programmes in ambiguous and fast-moving environments. Developing practical, evidence-based strategic recommendations for senior decision-makers. Designing or leading experimentation, pilots, test-and-learn activity or applied innovation programmes. Working across organisational boundaries and building alignment across product, policy, technology, research, analytics and operational teams. Engaging senior external stakeholders, ideally including technology partners, platform providers, or industry bodies. Operating credibly at the intersection of technology, user needs, public value, and organisational strategy. Producing clear, concise written products for executive decision-making.It is desirable if you have: Experience of AI, digital platforms, search, content ecosystems, data access, APIs or emerging technology strategy. Experience in government, public sector transformation, regulation, public policy, or civic technology. Experience shaping partnerships with commercial technology organisations. An understanding of trust, safety, misinformation, algorithmic systems or digital inclusion considerations. To apply, please submit latest CV