Manager Advocacy & Business Development Artificial Intelligence (AI)

TL;DR

Manager Advocacy & Business Development (AI): Driving AI growth and positioning the company as a thought leader in the DACH market with an accent on standardization, regulation, and strategic partnerships. Focus on translating regulatory challenges into commercial solutions and leading collaborative R&D initiatives.

Location: Hybrid (Berlin or Stuttgart, Germany)

Company

hirify.global is a world-leading expert organization focused on safety on the road, at work, and at home, employing around 49,000 people across 60 countries.

What you will do

• Act as a thought leader, positioning the company at conferences and industry forums on AI, regulation, and ethics.
• Contribute to global and European standardization initiatives through bodies like ISO, IEC, and CEN/CENELEC.
• Drive AI growth in the DACH market by translating strategy into revenue and partnerships.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and revenue streams for AI services and advisory offerings.
• Lead collaborative R&D initiatives and innovation projects focused on trustworthy AI.
• Monitor market trends, EU funding programs, and regulations to shape the company's AI roadmap.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Law, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in AI, digital innovation, or strategic roles.
• Proven success in business development, strategic partnerships, or technology commercialization.
• Hands-on experience in AI-related standardization initiatives (ISO, IEC, etc.).
• Deep knowledge of European AI and Cybersecurity regulations and governance frameworks.
• Business-fluent in German and English.

Culture & Benefits

• Attractive salary and variable bonus.
• 30 days of vacation.
• Flexible, mobile working arrangements.
• Company pension, job bike leasing, and transportation subsidies.
• Internal training and qualification options.
• Employee discounts and canteen with food subsidies.