At E.ON Next, we’re determined to make new energy work for everyone.
Key responsibilities include developing an AI strategy that aligns with business objectives across the UK Digital Transformation organisation and identifying high‑impact AI opportunities. The leader will advise the C‑suite on AI investments, establish responsible AI frameworks, ensure compliance with UK and EU regulations, and manage risk, bias and auditability. Building, mentoring and managing cross‑functional AI teams—engineers, data scientists, ML engineers and researchers—will be critical, as will fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. The role also guides the selection and implementation of AI technologies, platforms and tools, ensuring best practices in model development, deployment and MLOps while cultivating partnerships with SaaS providers and internal product teams.
The ideal candidate brings 8‑12+ years of experience in AI/ML or data, with 3‑5+ years in leadership roles, and deep expertise in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, generative and agentic AI. A proven track record of deploying AI solutions at scale, driving technology transformations, and leveraging strategic SaaS partnerships is essential. Experience with cloud platforms, modern ML frameworks, data strategy and GenAI platforms, combined with exceptional communication and stakeholder‑influence skills, is required. The candidate must also demonstrate the ability to challenge conventional thinking, oversee complex technology platforms, and create psychologically safe, high‑performing engineering cultures.
E.ON Next offers a competitive salary, excellent parental leave, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax efficiencies. The workplace has been recognised as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and Best Place to Work for 16‑34‑year‑olds, and it has received multiple awards for inclusivity, family‑friendly policies, and support for fertility and menopause. The role is based at the Citigen office in London, with hybrid flexibility and a commitment to disability confidence and DBS‑cleared employment. E.ON Next is dedicated to creating a sustainable future and delivering exceptional, technology‑driven energy services.
At E.ON Next, we make new energy work. We want to do that by helping remove the barriers of the energy transition, so that our customers can reduce both their bills and their environmental impact, by saving CO2. We’re E.ON Next. Join our UK-based team on a mission to bring feel-good energy to everyone.