AI Adoption and IT Alignment Lead

Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. 

The opportunity

At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. 

We are proud of: 

The work we do and the innovation we drive 

Our values of share, care and dare 

A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy 

Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration 

The role  

We seek a technical leader to bridge the gap between business needs and enterprise IT execution in the adoption of AI. This role sits within IT but operates as a strategic partner to business stakeholders, ensuring that AI capabilities are activated securely, efficiently, and with minimal friction.

The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of the AI vendor landscape with strong expertise in enterprise IT and cybersecurity, and a proven ability to influence organizational change. They will act as a catalyst to evolve IT from a reactive service provider into a proactive, consultative partner to the business.

Role responsibilities

AI Strategy & Vendor Expertise

Own and evolve the enterprise activation AI strategy, with accountability for AI eco-system governance, platform, tool, and model activation, and end-to-end value optimization

Assess, shape the existing AI vendor, and platform landscape to identify value optimization opportunities aligned to business priorities, enterprise constraints, and security requirements

Define pragmatic governance, operating models, and guardrails that enable responsible AI adoption without creating unnecessary friction

Establish frameworks to measure usage, risk, and optimization opportunities across our enterprise landscape and our workforce

Monitor emerging AI technologies, market developments, and vendor roadmaps to inform strategic decisions and maintain competitive advantage

IT, Cybersecurity and Business Alignment

Partner with business leaders to enable decisioning and to connect this to enterprise IT execution

Act as a trusted advisor rather than a reactive order taker – “you ask yourself; how could be make this easier and better for our colleagues going forward”.

Work within, and orchestrate across, IT and cybersecurity teams to reduce unnecessary friction while working within a risk tolerant framework appropriate to address the business needs

Design and promote pragmatic AI governance models that drive low process friction and high AI adoption

Balance speed, innovation, and security in decision-making

Change Leadership & Enablement 

Drive cultural change within IT toward a consultative, business-enabling mindset

Challenge legacy control-driven behaviors that limit innovation

Influence stakeholders across multiple levels without relying solely on authority

Educate business and IT teams on AI opportunities, risks, and mitigation strategies

Must have qualifications

Deep knowledge of leading AI platforms (e.g., OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, AWS, Anthropic, etc.) and their enterprise applications

8–12+ years in IT, digital transformation, or technology consulting

Proven experience implementing AI or advanced analytics solutions in an enterprise environment

Strong understanding of enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity practices

Experience in professional services or consulting environments (highly preferred)

Deep familiarity with the AI ecosystem (LLMs, copilots, automation tools, etc.)

Strong ability to navigate and influence complex organizations

Excellent communication skills—able to translate between technical and business audiences

Experience designing governance frameworks that enable rather than block innovation

Change agent mindset with a bias for action

Pragmatic rather than dogmatic about risk and controls

Comfortable challenging the status quo constructively

High credibility with both technical and business stakeholders

Nice to have qualifications  

Certifications in Agile or AI-related disciplines

Curiosity for emerging technology trends and innovation

If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn. 

The benefits  

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer: 

Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options and 25 vacation days for healthy work-life balance

Co-subsidized transportation & Multisport cards

Premium health insurance for fast and easy access to top healthcare services

Training policy for technical and other skills-related events, courses and certifications

Personal career development roadmap guided by performance evaluations

Self-care program offering psychological consultations & discussions for you and the team

Cozy office space designed for comfort and productivity

Exciting team events and company gatherings

Your application process

Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. 

⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com. 

We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know. 

About Valtech

Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. 

At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. 

At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. 

Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.