AI Architect Manager
At a glance
Manager-level AI Engineering role at Pwc (Crm Experienced Careers Site). London · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate £77,500–£137,500.
Pwc (Crm Experienced Careers Site) has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
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What you'll do
- Design secure, scalable AI systems across data, cloud and enterprise settings, carrying architecture from early discovery through deployment
- Build AI applications with large language models, agent-based systems and retrieval-augmented generation
- Guide engineers, data specialists and product teams, while embedding governance, security and responsible AI across delivery
- Work with clients to set AI direction, select valuable use cases and connect technology choices to business results
What you bring
- You have delivered enterprise AI architecture in consulting, advisory or other client-facing work
- You bring practical experience with agentic AI, LLMs, RAG, orchestration frameworks and AI governance
- You have worked with Azure, AWS or GCP, plus APIs, microservices or another listed engineering practice
- You can lead teams or technology workstreams and explain technical choices clearly to non-technical stakeholders
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone who combines AI architecture expertise with client advisory, team leadership and commercial judgment. Work is split among office, home and client locations, with travel of up to sixty percent. Visa sponsorship is available.
From the employer
Line of Service
AdvisoryIndustry/Sector
InsuranceSpecialism
Application / Solution ArchitectureManagement Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
About the Role
PwC's Data & AI Consulting practice is helping organisations unlock the value of Artificial Intelligence, Data and emerging technologies. Our team works with some of the world's leading organisations to design AI strategies, build scalable solutions and transform how businesses operate.
As demand for AI continues to accelerate, we are growing our AI Architecture capability and are looking for talented individuals who can combine deep technical expertise with strong consulting and stakeholder management skills.
You will join a collaborative team of AI specialists, architects, consultants and industry experts who work together to solve complex business challenges and shape the future of AI adoption across multiple sectors.
What your days will look like
- Design scalable, secure, and responsible AI solutions across data, cloud, and enterprise environments.
- Shape solution architecture for AI programmes from discovery and design through to deployment.
- Build and implement AI-powered applications using LLMs, agentic AI, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG).
- Lead and mentor cross-functional teams of AI engineers, data specialists, and product professionals.
- Embed governance, security, observability, and responsible AI principles throughout the solution lifecycle.
- Partner with clients to define AI strategies, identify high-value use cases, and drive business outcomes.
The role is for you if
- Experience designing and delivering enterprise AI solutions in consulting, advisory or client-facing environments.
- Strong understanding of AI architecture, data platforms, cloud technologies and enterprise integration patterns.
- Hands-on experience with Agentic AI, LLMs, RAG, orchestration frameworks and AI governance.
- Experience working with Azure, AWS or GCP cloud platforms.
- Knowledge of APIs, microservices, DevSecOps and modern engineering practices.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Experience leading teams, workstreams or technology programmes in complex client environments.
- Commercial awareness and an ability to translate business challenges into practical technology solutions.
What you’ll receive from us:
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.
We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Algorithm Development, Alteryx (Automation Platform), Analytical Thinking, Analytic Research, Big Data, Business Data Analytics, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Complex Data Analysis, Conducting Research, Creativity, Customer Analysis, Customer Needs Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Collection, Data-Driven Insights, Data Integration, Data Integrity {+ 46 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
YesGovernment Clearance Required?
NoJob Posting End Date