Intro

Prestigious, supranational financial institution based in the heart of Frankfurt
High-impact, greenfield opportunity

Firmenprofil

Our client is a prestigious, supranational financial institution based in the heart of Frankfurt am Main. As a cornerstone of European stability, they impact the lives of over 350 million citizens daily. This is a highly international organisation where digital transformation is not just a buzzword, but the core of their future strategy, including landmark projects like the Digital Euro.

This is a high-impact, greenfield opportunity. Following the launch of an ambitious AI Action Plan, our client is establishing a central AI Hub to drive innovation, ensure robust governance, and foster adoption across the entire institution. You will be the #1 person for AI, reporting directly to the C-Level stakeholder. This role was created to be defined by you: you will craft the direction, build your own team of experts from scratch, and navigate the institution through the complexities of the upcoming AI Act.

Aufgabengebiet

• Strategic Orchestration: Set the overarching strategic direction for AI adoption, ensuring all initiatives deliver measurable value while aligning with the institution's long-term digital vision.
• Governance & Risk Leadership: Act as the ultimate point of accountability for AI-related risks, designing impact assessments and frameworks that harmonize innovation with the strict regulatory and ethical standards of the 2026 AI Act.
• Institutional Transformation: Foster a culture of responsible AI use by supporting diverse business areas and providing the "central point of expertise" to ensure consistency and excellence.
• High-Level Stakeholder Management: Represent the institution in international fora and build strategic partnerships with academia, tech providers, and global regulatory bodies.
• Team Building: Recruit and lead a new team of high-level experts, driving a collaborative environment in a complex, matrix-style organization.

Anforderungsprofil

• Educational Excellence: Master's degree in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strategic Seniority: Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in digital transformation or innovation, preferably within a large-scale, international private sector environment (Banking, Consultancy, or High-Tech).
• Technical & Legal Fluency: Deep understanding of AI architectures and emerging trends, combined with the ability to navigate complex legal/regulatory landscapes.
• Pioneer Mindset: Proven ability to build "something that hasn't existed before," showing resilience in "firefighting" while maintaining focus on long-term strategy.
• Cultural Agility: Advanced English (C1) and at least one other EU language (B1); you thrive in multicultural environments and value diversity as a driver for innovation.

Vergütungspaket

• Status & Impact: An influential leadership-level role (Senior Advisor) at the forefront of European digital policy.
• Financial Excellence: A highly competitive annual salary plus an extensive benefit package.
• Longevity & Growth: A 5-year initial term with a clear path to a permanent career within the institution.
• Location: Work in the vibrant, international city of Frankfurt within a truly multicultural and agile team.

Kontakt

Lisa Best

Referenznummer

JN-042026-6989267

Beraterkontakt

+491788005733