Head of AI, Spotlight Sports Group

12 month FTC

Salary not provided

Senior and Expert level

London

Sports betting experiences

Job no longer available

Sports betting experiences

201-500 employees

B2BAdvertisingSportsMedia

Job no longer available

Salary not provided

Senior and Expert level

London

201-500 employees

B2BAdvertisingSportsMedia

Company mission

To add value to global sports betting experiences, with a trusted, market-leading offering, and embed premium content, marketing, and affiliate partnerships into their platforms.

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Who you are

Proven track record of working in a senior AI or data science leadership role
Deep knowledge of current AI trends (including generative AI), emerging technologies, and ethical considerations
Strong project management skills
Ability to translate AI concepts into actionable business strategies
Ability to balance strategic direction with fast, practical execution
Hands on experience with prompt design, AI product management, and training and evaluating LLM models
Advanced Beginner - Intermediate programming and engineering skills
Familiarity with use cases in media, publishing, or betting would be preferable
Experience in leading cross-functional initiatives and engaging senior stakeholders across an organisation
Strong capability in influencing change, effective communication, and supporting behavioural and cultural change at scale
Confident communicator and cross-functional influencer
Demonstrated experience in budget ownership, vendor management, and scalable tech deployment
Experience building governance frameworks and navigating legal and compliance implications of AI use
Committed to responsible, ethical AI adoption
Exposure to procurement and vendor management for AI solution

What the job involves

As Head of AI for Spotlight Sports Group you will be at the forefront of driving AI adoption, strategy and implementation across our organisation, ensuring we capitalise on opportunities created by generative AI technology to reshape the way we work
Working with senior leaders across the organisation, you will identify and scope opportunities for AI-driven innovation, set the roadmap and lead on delivery
You'll also take the lead on creating a strategy for internal implementation of generative AI, and serve as a visible, confident voice for impactful and responsible AI use across the organisation
Develop, implement and lead the organisation's AI adoption strategy, identifying the biggest opportunities for adoption, supporting the embedding of AI skills, and knowledge across the organisation
Act as the internal champion for AI adoption and innovation across the organisation
Serve as Chair of the AI Steering Committee and report progress directly to the COO
Identify, evaluate, and implement scalable AI solutions across the workforce to boost productivity, creativity, and more efficient ways of working
Define AI tooling standards, manage a central register of approved AI tools, and support safe, approved AI usage
Oversee the rollout and adoption of AI tools, guide teams through the transition, and ensure they have the skills and confidence to make AI part of their everyday work
Track adoption via scorecards, dashboards, and KPIs. Run regular delivery reviews with the SteerCo
Support team-level experimentation, champion capability-building, and foster a culture of curiosity and confidence
Design and lead internal AI training programmes to build understanding and create confidence around AI across diverse teams
Establish and nurture an AI-literate culture that promotes experimentation, collaboration, and responsible innovation
Collaborate with data governance to develop ethical and secure AI usage frameworks
With other senior leaders, define and enforce governance frameworks, ethical use policies, and data/IP protection standards for AI deployment
Ensure all AI initiatives comply with regulatory, privacy, and IP requirements, particularly in high-risk or high-impact use cases
Partner with external partners to pilot use cases and deliver working solutions, especially in high-impact areas
Identify and manage external AI consultants, vendors, and technology partners to deliver high-impact AI projects
Ensure the right mix of in-house capabilities and external expertise for rapid, responsible delivery
Own and manage the AI operating budget, ensuring investment decisions reflect strategic priorities and measurable ROI
Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed to drive continuous improvement and business value

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Our take

Spotlight Sports Group is a global leader in sports betting, horse racing, and fantasy sports content. Building on the legacy of the Racing Post, the company has spent decades delivering cutting-edge tech, content, and media solutions to the world's top betting operators.

The company offers a wide range of products designed to engage and educate its users. Its Halo Content Destinations provide content experiences in any language, tailored to any sport. Additionally, Spotlight's market-leading pre-play, in-play, and horse racing insights can be seamlessly integrated into betting platforms, offering real-time value and enhancing user engagement.

To bolster its ongoing success, it has partnered with FTN Network and Betfred, along with expanding its role in covering prominent horse racing shows. These developments further solidify Spotlight's stronghold within the industry and it will be interesting to see what it will do next.