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AI & Automation Lead

Ref: JO-2603-360003

  • Environment: In-office
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Starts: 2026-05-04
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AI & Automation Lead (On-Site | Reports to CEO)

My client is a fast-growing talent agency embedding AI at the core of its operations to drive efficiency, improve output quality, and scale rapidly.

They are hiring an AI & Automation Lead to take full ownership of integrating AI across the business.

This is a hands-on, execution-focused role where you’ll design workflows, automate operations, and build scalable systems that directly impact performance and revenue.

What You’ll Do:

  • Implement and optimise AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) across core workflows
  • Build automated systems for campaigns, proposals, outreach, and reporting
  • Identify inefficiencies and replace manual processes with scalable solutions
  • Develop AI-powered SOPs and internal tools
  • Improve creator selection and reporting using data-driven frameworks
  • Train teams and drive adoption of AI systems
  • Support business development with faster, higher-quality proposals

What They’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience applying AI in real business operations
  • Strong hands-on skills with AI tools, prompting, and automation (API / no-code / low-code)
  • Track record of building systems and workflows with measurable impact
  • Background in startups, agencies, or operations-heavy roles
  • Highly self-directed with strong execution ability

First 60 Days:

  • Audit workflows and identify inefficiencies
  • Launch 2-3 high-impact AI workflows
  • Establish initial SOPs for AI usage
  • Introduce structured systems for campaign execution

Why This Role:

  • Work directly with the CEO
  • High ownership in a lean, fast-moving team
  • Opportunity to shape how an AI-first agency operates

*** Only successful candidates will be contacted ***

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AI & Automation Lead

  • United Arab Emirates, Dubai
  • Data, AI and Machine Learning, Technology
  • In-office
  • Permanent

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  • United Arab Emirates, Dubai
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  • In-office
  • Permanent

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