Head of AI & Innovation
Location: London or Athens
Salary: Highly competitive package, dependent on experience
Industry: Maritime / Shipping
Spinnaker is supporting an established, internationally operating maritime business in the search for a Head of AI & Innovation to shape its long-term artificial intelligence, data and innovation strategy.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a highly strategic position focused on identifying how AI and emerging technologies can transform business operations, improve commercial performance and create competitive advantage over the next 3-5 years.
This is not a hands-on technical delivery role. We are looking for a commercially minded, forward-thinking leader capable of translating emerging technologies into meaningful business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and shape the organisation's long-term AI, data and innovation strategy.
Work directly with the CEO and senior leadership to identify opportunities for business transformation.
Engage with stakeholders across commercial, operational and corporate functions to understand challenges and opportunities.
Evaluate emerging technologies, market developments and their potential commercial impact.
Provide strategic direction and recommendations, working alongside internal IT teams and external technology partners.
Requirements:
Significant experience in AI strategy, digital transformation, technology innovation or a related leadership position.
Proven ability to advise and influence C-suite executives on complex strategic initiatives.
Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to connect technology opportunities to tangible business outcomes.
Experience operating in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments with significant autonomy and ambiguity.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management and strategic thinking skills.
Backgrounds in technology, financial services, consulting or other innovation-led industries are welcomed. Maritime experience is not required.
The Opportunity:
This is an opportunity to influence the future direction of a highly ambitious international business, working directly with its founder and CEO.
The organisation offers a fast-moving, commercially focused environment where independent thinking, initiative and the ability to deliver at pace are highly valued.
An exceptional compensation package is available for the right individual.
To learn more, please apply or contact Ethan Tyler for a confidential discussion.