(INV) Director, AI & Data, UKI
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This employer has issued visas recently. Possible if it's SOC 1258
Not disclosed
Salary
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£50,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
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SOC 2431 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 31% sure that is the right code. EY is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2431 (Management consultants and business analysts) · 31% match
- Likely 1137 (Information technology directors) · 27% match
- Possible 1258 (Directors in consultancy services) · 20% match
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2431 Management consultants and business analysts Most likely code | £35,100 | £40,200 | £45,200 | £50,200 |
1137 Information technology directors Also possible | £60,200 | £68,800 | £77,400 | £86,000 |
1258 Directors in consultancy services Also possible | £49,100 | £70,100 | £70,100 | £70,100 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
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Director – AI & Data
Solution Shaping & Delivery Leadership | London (hybrid, UK client travel)
Lead the AI and data agenda for a sector, function or strategic account, shaping client priorities and turning complex business challenges into measurable outcomes.
The opportunity
Our UK AI & Data practice helps organisations across Government, Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Retail, Utilities and Telecommunications realise value from AI and data. As a Director, you will be a recognised senior adviser, combining industry insight, technical credibility and delivery leadership to grow trusted client relationships and lead high-quality transformation.
Your key responsibilities
- Build trusted relationships with CxOs, functional leaders and technology leaders, setting their AI and data strategy, roadmap and value case.
- Translate business problems into scalable AI and data solutions, including the required platforms, operating model and change.
- Own pipeline and growth for your sector, function or account; originate, shape and close large, multi-practice opportunities.
- Provide senior technical authority across Microsoft, Databricks or Snowflake, including GenAI and agentic AI.
- Lead a portfolio of engagements, accountable for quality, commercial performance and outcomes through blended UK and offshore teams.
- Develop alliance-led propositions, market points of view, accelerators and go-to-market activity.
- Build and coach a high-performing team and contribute to practice strategy and investment decisions.
Skills and attributes for success
You will combine client focus, commercial judgement and inclusive leadership with the ability to connect business outcomes to robust AI and data delivery.
To qualify for the role you must have
- Deep industry expertise in Government, Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Retail, Utilities or Telecommunications, or deep functional expertise in customer, finance, procurement or supply chain.
- A strong record as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders, translating business problems into AI and data solutions delivered at scale.
- Senior technical credibility in at least one of Microsoft, Databricks or Snowflake, with experience assuring solution quality.
- Proven success originating significant work, growing client relationships and leading blended delivery teams.
Ideally, you’ll also have
- Experience building propositions, practices or alliance relationships.
- Knowledge of responsible AI and relevant regulation, such as UK GDPR, the EU AI Act or sector standards.
- An established network in the target sector or function; security clearance or eligibility for Government work is advantageous.
What we look for
We are looking for an influential, commercially minded leader who combines executive presence with the curiosity and technical judgement to challenge constructively. You will bring clarity to complex issues, mobilise diverse teams and create lasting value for clients, people and the wider market.
What we offer
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Management consultants and business analysts (SOC 2431) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~251k in sample- Middle half £40,196–71,188
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £50,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £35,100–45,200
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Not necessarily. EY holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2431 going rate of £50,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.