At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial strategies and negotiate multi-billion dollar deals in the AI sector.
- Company: Pioneering firm in privacy-first, on-premise AI solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, equity options, and a chance to shape the future of AI.
- Other info: Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology and global markets.
- Why this job: Be a co-founder-level leader driving innovation in a rapidly evolving market.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in finance and strategic leadership in tech industries.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
London, United Kingdom | Posted on 24/03/2026
Our client is a pioneer in privacy-first, on-premise AI solutions. They are seeking a visionary and results-driven Chief Financial Officer to architect the commercial and financial foundations of the local-deploy sovereign AI platform. This is a co-founder-level strategic role designed for a financial pioneer. You will move the company from an early-stage disruptor to a global scale-up, immediately leading multi-billion dollar negotiations across diverse geopolitical landscapes, particularly in European and Asian markets. This is not a traditional finance role; you will define the economic paradigm for a new generation of AI, where financial and operational complexities are deeply intertwined with advanced technology, sovereign data requirements, and geopolitical realities.
Key Responsibilities
- Pioneering Commercial Model Design: Architect foundational, value-driven pricing strategies for our local-deploy products. You will invent new economic frameworks for a nascent market, encompassing perpetual licensing, tiered subscriptions, node-based models, and bespoke industrial sector agreements.
- Strategic Infrastructure CapEx/OpEx Management: Develop and optimise the full hardware lifecycle (CapEx) and operational expenditure (OpEx) strategies for distributed, on-premise Sovereign AI deployments, including localised maintenance, advanced SLAs, and supply chain resilience.
- Mastery of International Finance
We’re Hiring: CFO employer: i4ce
i4ce is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving field of sovereign AI. Located in London, employees benefit from a vibrant city atmosphere, competitive compensation packages, and ample opportunities for professional growth and development, all while being part of a mission-driven team dedicated to shaping the future of technology on a global scale.
