VP, AI & Data Platforms at Corpay in London, England, United Kingdom

VP, AI & Data Platforms Location: London Vincent Square - IVP Your role What you'll be doing VP AI & Data Platforms What We Need Corpay is currently looking to hire a VP AI & Data Platforms within our IVP Commercial team. This position falls under our International Vehicle Payments (IVP) line of business and is located in London, Victoria. You will lead our internal AI, data science and data engineering capabilities across our Europe & Rest of World fleet business unit. This is a senior leadership role focused on turning AI and data into tangible business outcomes — driving growth, improving customer retention, optimising operations and enabling smarter decision-making across the organisation. In this pivotal role you will sit at the intersection of business and technology, working closely with commercial, operational and functional leaders to identify opportunities, deliver impactful solutions and scale AI adoption across the company You will report directly to our Chief Commercial Officer, IVP and regularly collaborate with the wider Strategy team, IVP business leaders and supporting teams across Europe and the UK. How We Work As a VP AI & Data Platforms , you will be expected to work in an office environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing: Assigned workspace in Vincent Square, London (Victoria) Company-issued equipment Formal, hands-on training. Support for you to complete professional certifications. Collaborative and supportive leadership Role Responsibilities This is a unique opportunity to shape and scale AI within a global, high-growth business, working directly with senior leadership to embed AI into how the organisation operates day-to-day. You’ll have the platform to build, lead and deliver meaningful change — turning data and AI into a core driver of business performance. What you will be delivering; Lead AI & Data Strategy Define and execute a clear AI and data strategy aligned to business priorities, with a focus on revenue growth, customer retention, operational efficiency and productivity. Identify, prioritise and build a portfolio of high-impact AI and data initiatives. Deliver Business Impact Own the end-to-end lifecycle of AI initiatives — from ideation and business case through to delivery, adoption and measurable results. Ensure solutions are embedded into business processes and drive real, sustained impact. Build & Scale Data Platforms Oversee data science, machine learning and data engineering teams to build scalable, reliable and high-quality data and AI platforms. Drive best practices in data architecture, model development, deployment and lifecycle management. Partner Across the Business Work closely with Sales, Operations, Finance, Credit, Marketing and Technology teams to translate business needs into data and AI solutions. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical teams and commercial leaders. Drive AI Adoption & Capability Champion the use of AI across the organisation. Promote practical, day-to-day use of AI tools and solutions, and help teams unlock productivity and better decision-making. Support training, upskilling and knowledge sharing to build a data-driven culture. Lead & Inspire a High-Performing Team Lead a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, ML engineers, data engineers and analysts. Build a strong, collaborative and innovative team culture focused on delivery and impact. What We’re Looking For Experience & Expertise Proven experience leading AI, data science, machine learning or data platform teams Track record of delivering data and AI initiatives with clear business impact Strong understanding of data platforms, analytics, and ML/AI technologies Experience operating in complex, matrixed organisations Business & Leadership Skills Strong commercial acumen and ability to link AI initiatives to business value Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels Ability to operate strategically while staying close to execution Experience leading cross-functional initiatives end-to-end Mindset Pragmatic and delivery-focused, with a bias for action Curious, innovative and comfortable challenging the status quo Strong communicator, able to translate complex topics into clear business language Passion for building and developing high-performing teams Benefits & Perks Competitive salary (depending on experience) + bonus 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. Plus a holiday buy back scheme Pension scheme Health and wellness programs Significant career progression opportunities, with potential to take on a wider role in the future Opportunity to join a leading brand in a high growth global business Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes Our Company & Purpose Corpay is a global leader in business payments, laser focused on developing smarter ways for businesses to pay their expenses.  Since 2000, Corpay has developed innovative digital solutions that help businesses better track, manage, and pay their expenses. Today, Corpay is an S&P 500 company with hundreds of thousands of customers using our products in over 100 countries. Companies of all sizes, industries and geographies rely on our product portfolio to manage spending more quickly, efficiently and securely than ever before. We embrace a culture grounded in five key values: integrity, collaboration, innovation, execution and people.  These values offer you the opportunity to ‘thrive & grow’ through career development, volunteer, community, and wellness initiatives. This allows you to create a balance between professional goals and personal achievement. Corpay is also committed to building and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, equality, and belonging by: Welcoming people of different backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations; Empowering our people to share their experiences and ideas through open forums and individual conversations; and Valuing each person’s unique perspectives and individual contributions. Embracing diversity enables our people to “make the difference” as CORPAY and its more than 8,000 employees continue to shape the future of global payments. Learn more by visiting www.Corpay.com or following Corpay on LinkedIn. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Corpay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Corpay provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, language, ancestry, genetic information, veteran and/or military status or any other group status protected by federal or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application and/or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity and pay transparency, please click the following links: EEO and Pay Transparency Why Join Corpay? Impact: Play a pivotal role in a  function, bringing your expertise Global Reach: Be part of a company with a presence in over 80 countries and a team of more than 10,000 employees worldwide. Culture: Join a passionate, collaborative, and inclusive team that values your contributions. Rewards: Competitive compensation package, including equity, health benefits, and more. Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a fast-growing company. CORPAY Enjoys Global Recognition Including: Forbes Global Growth Champion: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) is one of the 250 fastest-growing companies in the world as determined by Forbes and Statista. Forbes World’s Most Innovative Companies: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) has made this prestigious list of leading innovative companies 4 years in a row! Fortune 1000 Company: CORPAY (FLEETCOR) was one of the largest movers in the new rankings of the largest companies in America, ranking #872. S&P 500: In 2018, CORPAY (FLEETCOR) joined the S&P stock index comprised of the 500 leading US stocks. #LI-Corpay #LI-AM1 About Corpay Corpay is a global technology organisation that is leading the future of commercial payments with a culture of innovation that drives us to constantly create new and better ways to pay. Our specialized payment solutions help businesses control, simplify, and secure payment for fuel, general payables, toll and lodging expenses. Millions of people in over 80 countries around the world use our solutions for their payments. All offers of employment made by Corpay (and its subsidiary companies) are subject to the successful completion of satisfactory pre-employment vetting by an independent supplier (Experian). This is in accordance with Corpay's Resourcing Policy and include employment referencing, identity, adverse financial, criminal and sanctions list checks. We do this to meet our legal and regulatory requirements. Corpay is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture among our employees. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. We seek to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunities. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Corpaywill notaccept unsolicited CV's from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Corpay employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Corpay. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.