Head of Data Products (AI)

Head of Data Products (AI) – Edinburgh

Our client is looking for an outcome-focused, hands-on leader to design, deliver, and evolve AI and data-powered products that drive real strategic impact. In this position, you’ll blend modern product management with data governance, transforming how an organisation leverages insights and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full product lifecycle for AI and data products – from discovery to adoption and continuous improvement.
• Transform static reports into dynamic, predictive insights that inform decision-making.
• Own internal data governance and cataloguing practices, driving adoption and usability.
• Build and maintain product roadmaps that connect data work to measurable strategic outcomes.
• Foster data literacy and promote responsible AI across the organisation.
• Collaborate with business and technology leaders to align data product delivery with organisational goals.
• Design and automate strategic KPIs to enable informed, transparent decision-making.

About You:

• Proven experience as a senior product or delivery manager/owner, delivering impactful AI, data, or platform products.
• Expertise in modern data governance, data cataloguing (e.g. Microsoft Purview or equivalents), and quality management.
• Experience managing research or insight teams, embedding modern practices for dynamic insights.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and change leadership skills, with a record of influencing at senior levels.
• Familiarity with Generative AI and intelligent automation applications is highly desirable.
• Passion for embedding responsible AI and data ethics in all work.

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to shape the future of data products in a mission-driven, collaborative environment.
• Work with forward-thinking leaders and a supportive team culture.
• Flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Apply here for more information and a full job spec.