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AI Innovation Head and Vendor Management

AI Innovation Head and Vendor Management

Apex GroupBoston, MA, US
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AI Innovation Head And Vendor Management

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide. Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

AI Innovation Head And Vendor Management

Role : Greater Boston Area Reports To : Chief AI And Data Science Officer

We are seeking a forward-thinking and execution-oriented AI Innovation Head to lead our external AI innovation partnerships and vendor engagements. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and integrationbridging cutting-edge AI capabilities with scalable internal infrastructure. You'll drive the productization of AI prototypes, ensure alignment between vendor output and business outcomes, and oversee seamless integration into enterprise platforms. The ideal candidate is commercially astute, technically literate, and thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Vendor selection and performance management Drive structured vendor engagements with KPI-based deliverables tied to business value.
  • Productization of internal AI tools Turn prototypes (e.g., agentic pilots) into scalable, reusable internal products.
  • Cross-functional integration Coordinate with infrastructure and data teams to embed external innovations into internal platforms.
  • Innovation scouting and pipeline development Identify emerging technologies and vendors aligned to strategic AI priorities.
  • Commercial oversight and governance Ensure vendor collaboration models, budgets, and deliverables frameworks support agile yet controlled innovation.

Required Skills And Qualifications :

  • Strategic Vendor Management : Proven ability to source, evaluate, and onboard AI vendors aligned with enterprise objectives, balancing technical fit and commercial viability.
  • Integration & Change Leadership : Experienced in embedding external AI solutions into enterprise workflows, managing stakeholder expectations, and driving adoption.
  • AI Risk & Compliance Expertise : Skilled in responsible AI procurement, working cross-functionally to ensure compliance with regulations, model risk, data privacy, and governance frameworks.
  • Commercial Negotiation & Performance Oversight : Strong track record negotiating contracts, defining SLAs, and monitoring vendor delivery to maximize business value.
  • Market Scanning & Innovation Pipeline : Continuously tracks AI trends and emerging technologies, building structured innovation pipelines and engaging with ecosystem partners.
  • Innovation Program Execution : Launches and scales AI initiatives, translating pilots into scalable products with measurable impact.
  • Technical & Business Acumen : Familiar with AI vendor tech stacks (e.g. LLM platforms, vector DBs, RAG pipelines), model evaluation, and pricing models; adept at defining innovation KPIs and managing vendor lifecycles.
  • Preferred Personal Attributes :

  • Strategic visionary with a proven ability to translate ideas into effective operational execution.
  • Enthusiast for responsible innovation and cutting-edge AI technologies.
  • Agile and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environments.
  • Strong ethical foundation, deeply committed to advancing responsible and trustworthy AI adoption.
  • What You Will Expose :

  • Be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team that makes a genuine impact on the success of the entire organisation.
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse, agile, and global team.
  • Exposure to all aspects of the business, cross-jurisdiction.
  • A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business.
  • Competitive remuneration in line with skills and experience.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • We pride ourselves in our commitment to fostering a connected and inclusive culture, all our opportunities at Apex have five (5) days in office requirement.

    We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio-economic, responsibilities for dependants, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.

    We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society, and the planet.

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