• Associate Director of AI Strategy

    Raymond James Financial, Inc. (St. Petersburg, FL)


    _This position follows our hybrid workstyle policy: Expected to be in a our St. Petersburg, Florida Headquarters location a minimum of 10-12 days a month._

     

    _Please note: This role is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future._

     

    **Key Responsibilities:** ​

    + Lead strategic prioritization of AI initiatives, ensuring resources and efforts align with business goals.

    + Develop and deliver executive-level communications, including presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders.

    + Serve as a key liaison between internal teams, third-party vendors, and executive leadership to ensure seamless execution of AI strategies.

    + Drive change management efforts to foster digital transformation and adoption of AI technologies.

    + Develop and execute strategic plans in collaboration with senior leadership.

    + Lead cross-departmental task forces to advance high-priority initiatives.

    + Translate complex analyses into concise presentations for senior management.

    + Build clear and compelling narratives to communicate AI strategy across the enterprise.

    + Facilitate collaboration across departments to ensure effective AI implementation.

    Technical Skills/Experience:

    + 10+ years of relevant experience including management or leadership experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

    + Advanced presentation and communication skills (PowerPoint or similar).

    + Strong narrative development and executive communication capabilities.

    + Ability to thrive in fast-paced, complex environments with competing priorities.

    + Ability to influence across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

    + Experience in strategic planning roles within technology or financial services

    + Strong background in business operations, project management, product management preferred.