About this role
Salary: £28,000 - 68,000 per year
Requirements: We are seeking an exceptional, dynamic and highly strategic leader in digital transformation.We need deep understanding of AI, machine learning and digital solutions.We require senior experience leading major digital transformation programmes and managing complex organisational change.We are looking for exceptional leadership skills and the ability to unite and motivate diverse teams.We value a genuine commitment to the transformative power of education.We need someone who can act as a senior external ambassador and build effective partnerships across industry, government and education sectors. Responsibilities: Lead our ambitious AI and digital transformation agenda.Develop and implement a comprehensive AI and Digital Transformation Strategy aligned with our Strategic Plan 2025-2030.Unite our digital, data and IT functions under a single, coherent approach.Champion the adoption of AI tools and digital technologies across teaching and professional services.Embed digital capability and AI literacy within our curriculum.Establish robust governance frameworks for the ethical and responsible use of AI and data.Act as our principal authority on AI.Drive cultural change through staff development and capability-building.Serve as our senior external ambassador for AI and digital transformation.Build effective partnerships with industry, government and education sectors. Technologies: AIMachine Learning More:
We are University College Birmingham, based in the heart of the UKs largest regional city, with a refreshed city centre campus and a diverse community of over 11,000 students from around the world. We offer a wide range of vocational courses across Higher and Further Education, alongside an expanding Apprenticeship portfolio and a successful new Sixth Form. This newly created executive role reports to our Vice-Chancellor and Principal and sits on our Executive Management Team, offering the opportunity to make a transformative impact at a pivotal time for our institution.
last updated 33 week of 2026