Senior Vice President, AI & Technology Programs

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$160K/yr – $235K/yrSenior Level15+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

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Job Summary

Lead and own AI transformation programs across offices, guiding workflow redesign, enablement, governance and client-facing innovation through AI-powered solutions.

  • Own end-to-end transformation programs and working sessions across teams.
  • Drive AI enablement, training, adoption and change management.
  • Shape governance, tool evaluation and cross-agency collaboration to unlock business value.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • AI Transformation & Program Leadership: Lead workflow transformation programs across Zeno's offices, helping teams identify opportunities to improve how work gets done through AI, automation and emerging technologies.
  • Workshop Facilitation & Change Management: Facilitate working sessions with teams and stakeholders to map workflows, identify opportunities for improvement and drive alignment around solutions, ownership and implementation plans.
  • AI Enablement & Training: Design and deliver training programs, workshops and best practices that help employees build confidence, strengthen capabilities and adopt AI-powered ways of working.
  • Technology Evaluation & Adoption: Evaluate AI tools, platforms and vendor solutions, providing recommendations based on business needs, workflow impact and long-term organizational value.
  • AI Adoption & Organizational Effectiveness: Monitor adoption, identify barriers and refine programs that drive lasting behavioral change and measurable outcomes.
  • Client Innovation & Strategic Guidance: Support client teams in AI-related conversations, helping navigate usage standards, implementation considerations and opportunities to enhance client work through AI-enabled solutions.
  • Governance & Cross-Agency Collaboration: Help ensure AI tools and workflows align with company policies, responsible AI practices and data privacy requirements while partnering with sister agencies on shared initiatives and learning opportunities.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in technology, operations, consulting, organizational transformation or related fields, including experience leading AI, automation or digital transformation initiatives.
  • Proven success facilitating workshops and leading large-scale business transformation initiatives across cross-functional teams.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technologies into clear, actionable recommendations that build confidence and trust.
  • Experience engaging with practitioners, client teams and senior leaders, adapting communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences.
  • Strong understanding of AI tools and their practical applications within business environments, with the ability to evaluate solutions based on workflow impact and organizational needs.
  • Experience assessing technology solutions and making recommendations regarding implementation, adoption and change management.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive alignment, maintain momentum and deliver results across complex initiatives.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder groups.
  • Understanding of communications, marketing, media or professional services environments and the realities of client-service organizations.
  • Curious, collaborative mindset with a passion for learning, problem solving and helping teams embrace new ways of working.

Preferred

  • Background in change management, organizational development or business transformation.
  • Experience designing and delivering training programs across large organizations.
  • Familiarity with AI governance, responsible AI frameworks and emerging industry best practices.
  • Experience evaluating and selecting technology platforms for organization-wide deployment.
  • Prior experience within public relations, communications, advertising, marketing or related agency environments.

Benefits

  • Healthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique ZenoFit program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy. These and other benefits are available to non-temporary employees in the US.
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Zeno Group

Zeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our purpose to champion the courageous to achieve something better for humankind, we push boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2023 PRWeek Purpose Agency of the Year, 2023 PRovoke Purpose-Driven Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek Global Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek U.S. Large Agency of the Year, 2022 PRovoke Best Large Agency to Work For in North America, 2021 PRovoke Global Creative Agency of the Year, 2021 PRovoke North American Agency of the Year, 2021 PRWeek Agency of the Year and a four-time winner of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.

Founded in 1998
New York, NY, US
899 employees (182 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
34K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
42.7%
Direct
43.6%
Referral
8.4%
Social
3.8%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~910

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
140 (15% of company)
Median Career Experience
11 years
Median Tenure
4.8 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
28

Funding

Last Raise
Pre Seed, 3 years ago

Funding History

  • Oct 2022
    Pre Seed

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