AI Director

Key Responsibilities:

• Shape and execute AI strategy: build a comprehensive roadmap for AI adoption across corporate functions, aligned to business goals
• Lead AI readiness efforts — data governance, tool selection, security, and business case development
• Identify, prioritize, and implement AI use cases: partner with departments to understand workflows and pain points, then translate business needs into cost-effective AI solutions
• Lead AI transformation projects end to end — planning, budgeting, execution, and operationalization — ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery with measurable outcomes
• Support client-facing AI enablement: work with business units to understand client-related AI needs
• Own AI risk and responsible-use policy: work with the security team to define and implement policies for safe, responsible AI use, managing risk through appropriate tools and frameworks
• Build and maintain an external partner/vendor network for AI initiatives; track vendor roadmaps and emerging innovation ("AI marketplace" awareness)
• Own budgeting and financial management for AI tools, pilots, and projects — track spend, evaluate business cases, measure ROI
• Own performance management: define and track KPIs for AI initiative impact, capture lessons learned, and identify optimization opportunities
• Lead thought leadership on ethical, sustainable, and compliant AI practice, ensuring solutions meet quality standards and align with organizational values
• Stay current on AI/ML trends and emerging technology to keep driving innovation

Requirements

Must-Have

• 10+ years of experience in technology, digital transformation, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent working experience
• Proven track record delivering multi-disciplinary strategy within corporate operations
• Direct experience implementing AI use cases with measurable outcomes
• Familiarity with the full innovation lifecycle, from ideation through scaling
• Deep understanding of the AI/ML landscape with hands-on collaboration experience
• Excellent communication skills for conveying complex concepts to non-technical audiences

Nice-to-Have

• Experience working in a law firm, legal operations, or legal tech environment
• Hands-on experience with AI tools such as LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT), automation platforms (Zapier, Make), OCR tools, or analytics platforms
• Background in marketing automation, lead generation systems, or paid ads optimization
• Experience with chatbots, call automation, or client intake systems
• Familiarity with document automation, legal research tools, or eDiscovery platforms
• Basic understanding of APIs, integrations, or no-code/low-code tools
• Experience building dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio)
• Knowledge of data privacy, compliance, and security considerations in AI implementation
• Prior experience in a consulting, operations, or innovation-focused role

System and Work Setup Requirements:

• A stable and high-speed internet connection preferably 25 MBPS or higher with backup in cases of power interruption or service provider issues.
• Own PC/laptop with 8GB RAM, and a processor of Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 3 / 2013 Mac equivalent or higher; Windows 10 or above / Catalina 10.15 or newer; with up-to-date web browsers, and security software, 500GB/128 SSD storage
• Headset/earphone with noise cancellation and webcam at 720p or higher resolution
• A designated, quiet, and well-organized workspace free from distractions to facilitate focused work

Benefits

• Permanent remote work setup
• Competitive starting rate paid in USD
• Internet Allowance
• HMO insurance (PH)
• Paid US holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leaves

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