Transformation Programme Director (AI)

TL;DR

Transformation Programme Director (AI): Driving hirify.global's internal AI-native engineering transformation with an accent on programme governance, workforce planning, and cultural change. Focus on leading complex cross-functional programmes to ensure Delivery and GTM organisations operate as a truly AI-native business.

Location: Remote (Must be based in UK or Ireland)

Company

hirify.global is a global digital engineering consultancy specializing in AI-native transformation and digital product scaling for ambitious organisations.

What you will do

• Establish programme structures, governance frameworks, and operating rhythms for the Transformation Office.
• Own and manage the integrated programme plan, tracking dependencies, risks, and milestones across all workstreams.
• Provide executive-level reporting and strategic insights to the leadership team regarding transformation progress.
• Define and embed change management practices to enable the adoption of AI-native ways of working.
• Bridge programme governance, workforce planning, and talent strategy to align capabilities with business strategy.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience leading large-scale transformation programmes in technology, consulting, or digital services.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional change programmes, ideally involving engineering transformation.
• Experience in workforce planning and translating business strategy into people and capability plans.
• Exposure to AI, ML, or AI-native engineering concepts and ability to engage with engineering leaders.
• Must be based in the UK or Ireland.

Nice to have

• Background in a digital consultancy, technology services firm, or fast-scaling product organisation.
• Strong data literacy and ability to interpret workforce and utilisation metrics.
• Advanced AI skills across various tools and the ability to apply them across multiple disciplines.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual company bonus based on share of profits and company performance.
• Flexible working culture with a genuine dedication to work-life balance.
• Annual leave of 24 days plus public holidays, sick leave, and marriage leave.
• Remote working allowance of up to €1250 every 2 years for workspace setup.
• Training and development allowance for ongoing professional growth.
• Private healthcare, pension match up to 5%, Income Protection, and Death in Service.

Hiring process

• Talent Call: 30-minute introductory Zoom conversation.
• Hiring Manager Interview: 1-hour conversation with the Chief Transformation Officer.
• Panel Interview: 1.5-hour session.
• Final Interview: 45-minute chat with the regional Managing Director.