Product Director, Data and AI We are partnering with a leading global, digitally driven organisation to appoint a Product Director, Data and AI. This is a strategically significant leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver data and AI initiatives that directly impact commercial growth and operational performance. The Opportunity The Product Director will act as a critical bridge between advanced data capabilities and tangible business outcomes. Working in close partnership with the Executive Leadership Team, this individual will advise on strategic investments, develop enterprise-grade data and AI products, and drive measurable value through carefully prioritised initiatives. This role demands a leader capable of influencing board-level decision making, aligning technical and commercial priorities, and orchestrating complex, cross-functional product strategies. The successful candidate will be tasked with establishing effective governance, optimising product delivery processes, and ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of data and AI innovation. Key Responsibilities Shape and execute a data and AI product strategy that delivers clear, quantifiable business outcomes Partner with C-suite and divisional leadership to translate complex business challenges into product solutions Develop and lead a high performing, multidisciplinary team across Data Science, Analytics, Business Intelligence and AI Implement robust product governance frameworks, value measurement processes, and sophisticated ROI tracking mechanisms Advise on build versus buy decisions and investment priorities, balancing time to value with long term strategic requirements Drive enterprise-wide data and AI adoption through education, leadership, and well executed product initiatives The Candidate We are seeking an accomplished product leader with a proven track record of delivering commercial value through data and AI products in digitally led service businesses. The ideal candidate will bring: Significant experience operating at executive and board level as a trusted strategic advisor A strong background in transforming data capabilities into commercial outcomes via product-led approaches Demonstrable success in influencing senior decision making and driving enterprise-wide data initiatives Expertise in leading multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on operational efficiency, client outcomes and innovation A rigorous, outcome-oriented approach, with a sophisticated understanding of business impact measurement This is a highly visible, strategically important appointment for an ambitious and commercially astute leader. It offers the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to the growth and future direction of a global business. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch and send profiles to joflynn@nscg.com