At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the BBC's approach to Generative AI and drive industry engagement.
- Company: Join the BBC, a leader in media innovation and public service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI in media and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in strategic delivery and a strong understanding of AI.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Purpose of the Role
The Head of Generative AI Direction will lead the BBC’s organisation-wide approach to Generative AI. The role is responsible for providing clear direction across the BBC, driving BBC priorities and leading engagement with industry on external priorities.
Why Join the Team
The Generative AI Programme, part of the Strategy & Transformation team, helps the BBC realise value from rapidly evolving AI capabilities in a way that is practical, responsible and aligned to the BBC’s public service mission. The team’s activities include enabling adoption of AI tools across the organisation; fostering innovation; finding opportunities to use AI to work more efficiently as an organisation, and leading the BBC's engagement on the wider AI issues that shape our operating environment.
Your Key Responsibilities And Impact
- Lead engagement on key industry issues and external priorities relating to AI, representing the BBC’s interests clearly and credibly, including representing the BBC in key partnerships.
- Set the BBC’s approach to how our content is used in third-party AI systems, getting involved in delivery and relevant partnerships as required; and how the BBC can protect against unauthorised use of its content.
- Lead key internal projects on the impact of AI on the BBC’s operating environment; BBC services and audiences.
- Lead analysis of market developments, opportunities and implications relating to Generative AI, and advise senior stakeholders on their relevance for the BBC.
- Provide expert support to the wider business on key AI issues.
- Form part of a high-performing team, ensuring effective delivery across a complex and evolving area of work.
- Lead the Generative AI Direction team, setting clear priorities, ways of working and accountability across the function.
Essential Criteria Your Skills and Experience
- Strong experience of complex strategic delivery and business transformation within a large organisation.
- Strong understanding of the AI landscape, including market developments, industry issues and the implications for media, content and audiences.
- Proven experience of working with senior leadership to establish common positions on complex, multi-disciplinary issues.
- Experience of leading complex, cross-functional programmes of work and managing sensitive issues with sound judgement.
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to work effectively with senior leaders and external partners.
Head of AI Direction employer: Gravity Engineering Services Pvt Ltd.
The BBC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the rapidly evolving field of Generative AI. With a strong commitment to public service, employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth, engagement with industry leaders, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on society through cutting-edge technology. The inclusive culture and focus on responsible AI practices ensure that team members are empowered to drive change while aligning with the BBC's core values.
Contact Details:
Gravity Engineering Services Pvt Ltd. Recruitment Team
