AI Programme Manager - Wealth & Asset Management

About the role

Capco's Wealth & Asset Management practice is looking for an AI Programme Manager in London (hybrid) to lead AI transformation programmes for leading wealth managers, private banks, asset managers, investment platforms and retirement providers. Experience in Wealth & Asset Management is essential. The role combines programme leadership, strategic consulting, governance, stakeholder management and AI-enabled transformation in highly regulated environments.

Key responsibilities

• Lead complex AI, Generative AI and emerging AI transformation programmes, overseeing governance, planning, reporting, risk management and delivery.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across investments, distribution, adviser services, client operations, technology, risk, compliance and product teams to define roadmaps and deliver AI-enabled capabilities.
• Drive programme governance, KPI tracking, benefits realisation and executive reporting.
• Integrate responsible AI, regulatory, risk and governance considerations into delivery.
• Manage client relationships, mentor colleagues, develop propositions and share AI transformation insights.

Required profile

• Significant experience leading large-scale business, technology or transformation programmes in Wealth & Asset Management (asset managers, wealth managers, private banks, investment platforms, pensions providers).
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and turn strategy into executable plans.
• Bonus points: consulting experience, AI governance or model risk experience, knowledge of Wealth & Asset Management operating models, and experience scaling AI adoption beyond pilots.

Required skills

• Programme management, governance frameworks, Agile and hybrid delivery methods in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of AI technologies such as Generative AI, Agentic AI and AI-enabled automation.
• Microsoft Copilot, workflow automation platforms or AI productivity solutions are a bonus.

What we offer

• Permanent position with discretionary bonus, pension, health, life and critical illness insurance.
• Mental health support, family-friendly leave and 8 backup care sessions.
• 5 weeks' annual leave, 40 hours of training per year and a business coach.
• Gympass, travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work and dental insurance.