Business process and AI lead

Location: EdCity, London W12 | Hybrid Working

Help shape the future operating model of a national schools trust. At Lift Schools, we believe an excellent education is an entitlement for every child. Behind every great school is a brilliant operational infrastructure and we are looking for an exceptional Business Process and AI Lead to help us transform how our organisation works at scale. This is a rare opportunity to play a strategic role at the centre of a national education organisation, helping modernise systems, redesign operational processes and embed AI-enabled ways of working that genuinely reduce workload and improve outcomes for schools, staff and pupils.

Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, James Browning and senior leaders across the Trust, you will help ensure our systems, data and workflows operate as one connected ecosystem rather than a collection of disconnected platforms.

About the role

This is not a traditional IT or project management role. We’re looking for someone who can connect systems, processes and AI to help Lift Schools work smarter, reduce complexity and build more efficient ways of working across the Trust. Working across HR, payroll, finance, talent, safeguarding, MIS and reporting systems, you’ll help streamline processes, improve automation and integration, strengthen data quality and embed practical AI solutions that reduce workload and improve decision‑making. This is a high‑impact, highly collaborative role where success will come through influence, curiosity, strong relationships and the ability to turn complexity into clarity.

What we’re looking for

• Enjoys solving complex organisational problems
• Understands systems, workflows and operational improvement
• Is excited by the potential of AI and automation
• Can influence stakeholders across teams and functions
• Combines strategic thinking with practical delivery

Experience in education is helpful but not essential. We welcome candidates from technology, operations, consulting, transformation or similarly complex environments.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we’ve got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

The role is due to commence asap. Closing date: Wednesday 17 June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest level of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.