AI, Automation and Application Strategy Programme Director 18-Month Fixed Term Contract Full-Time London Are you ready to shape the digital future of a leading organisation? We are seeking a Programme Director for AI, Automation and Application Strategy to join the senior IT leadership team. This is a pivotal role driving the strategic development and operational delivery of AI-driven automation, enterprise applications, and digital transformation at scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader to deliver real impact-embedding AI into business processes, optimising enterprise systems, and ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value. The Role. As Programme Director, you will:Lead AI strategy - create and deliver a 5-year roadmap, champion AI-first principles, and oversee centres of excellence and innovation hubs.Drive automation and application transformation - optimise enterprise systems, promote low/no-code solutions, and lead adoption across HR, Finance, Library Services, Research and more.Shape data and governance - develop data strategies, oversee Azure-based platforms, and ensure interoperability between applications and AI platforms.Deliver integrations at scale - design event-driven architecture, lead adoption of Dell Boomi, and ensure seamless, secure data flow across enterprise systems.Provide leadership - direct high-performing teams, manage significant budgets, and influence stakeholders at all levels to ensure technology enable