Program Manager - AI Transformation

K\&K Social Resources \& Development GmbH is an international recruiting agency that has been providing technical resources in the European region since 1993 . This position is with one of our clients in United Kingdom who is actively hiring candidates to expand their teams. Role: Program Manager - AI Transformation Location: London, UK Employment Type: Full-time Permanent Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead and govern large-scale AI Transformation engagements across clients in the UK and Europe. This role requires a strategic leader with deep expertise in delivering complex AI, GenAI, Agentic AI, Data \& Digital Transformation programs while managing executive stakeholders, cross-functional delivery teams. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving AI adoption, business value realization and enterprise-scale change management. Key Responsibilities * AI Transformation Leadership * Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale AI Transformation programs, including Generative AI, Agentic AI, Intelligent Automation, Data Modernization, and Digital Engineering initiatives. * Define program vision, roadmap, governance framework, value realization approach, and transformation strategy aligned with client business objectives. * Drive AI adoption across business functions through operating model transformation, process redesign, and organizational change management. * Program \& Portfolio Management * Manage multi-workstream programs involving business, technology, data, security, and operations teams across multiple geographies. * Establish robust governance structures including steering committees, PMO controls, risk management and reporting. * Ensure successful delivery against overall scope, budget, timeline, quality, and business outcomes. * Stakeholder \& Client Management * Build trusted relationships with CXOs, Business Leaders \& AI Leaders. * Commercial \& Growth Enablement * Support business development activities including RFPs, proposals, solution shaping, and transformation roadmaps. * Identify opportunities to expand AI-led transformation initiatives and create measurable business value. * Partner with account leadership teams to drive customer success and long-term strategic engagements. Team Leadership * Lead distributed teams comprising Program Managers, AI Consultants, Architects, Data Scientists, Engineers, Change Managers, and Business Analysts. * Build a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Required Qualifications * Proven experience delivering large-scale AI, Data, Cloud, Digital, or Enterprise Transformation engagements. * Good understanding of: * Generative AI (LLMs, RAG, AI Agents) * Agentic AI \& Autonomous Workflows * Data \& Analytics Platforms * Cloud Ecosystems (Azure, AWS, GCP) * AI Governance, Responsible AI, and Security * Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in Consulting, Technology Services, or Global System Integrators. * Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe, PMI-ACP, or equivalent. Key Competencies * AI Transformation Leadership * Strategic Program Management * Executive Stakeholder Management * Digital \& Business Transformation * Governance \& Risk Management * Cross-Cultural Leadership * Value Realization \& Business Outcome Focus Note: Applicants for employment in United Kingdom should possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.