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Director- Transformation and Innovation

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AJW Group

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United Kingdom , Slinfold

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Job Description:

A rare opportunity to scale AI, automation, and change programmes across the aftermarket and MRO lifecycle. Reporting directly to the CEO and operating as a trusted strategic adviser to the C-suite, this role sits on the Senior Leadership Team with accountability for advancing AJW’s transformation through projects into a best-in-class, digital-first aviation services provider. You will define and execute a coherent, project based, outcome-driven digital transformation and innovation strategy that strengthens customer value, accelerates commercial performance, and delivers measurable operational excellence across the aviation aftermarket and MRO lifecycle. Bringing together digital platforms, AI, and automation, this role creates a single function for transformation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead AJW’s digital transformation, bringing automation, AI, and digital programmes under a single, strategically governed portfolio
  • Partner with the CEO, C-suite, and senior leaders to translate strategic and operational challenges into high-impact digital initiatives aligned to commercial outcomes
  • Define and deliver AJW Group’s digital transformation strategy, positioning the business as a digital-first, customer-centric aviation services provider
  • Drive cross-functional process transformation across Supply Chain, MRO, Component Repair, Logistics, Finance, and Quality to deliver integrated, end-to-end digital workflows
  • Sponsor customer-facing digital capabilities that enhance transparency, service performance, and customer experience
  • Collaborate with Finance to establish clear success metrics, track ROI, and identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost efficiency from digital investments
  • Lead a high-performing digital transformation function and embed a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Requirements:

  • Senior leadership experience delivering transformation within regulated organisations
  • Proven ability to provide both strategic direction and hands-on leadership across projects, digital, automation, and AI initiatives
  • Strong commercial mindset, able to convert complex or ambiguous challenges into clear value cases and executable transformation roadmaps for executive audiences
  • Credible and influential communicator, with the ability to engage senior leaders, align cross-functional stakeholders, and build organisational understanding of digital and AI-led change
  • Demonstrated success driving global process optimisation and continuous improvement, ideally within aerospace, MRO, or similarly regulated environments
  • Aerospace industry experience or a recognised aerospace-related qualification
  • Proven track record of building and leading high-performing, multidisciplinary teams
  • Clear understanding of how digital and AI drive revenue growth, customer value, and operational efficiency in a commercial services context
What we offer:
  • A team fun budget to bring colleagues together
  • Free access to LinkedIn Learning to support your development
  • Opportunities to take part in charity events, volunteering, and community projects
  • A modern office with an on-site gym, bike-to-work scheme, and a great restaurant
  • A discretionary bonus and private healthcare
  • Relocation support if you're moving closer to our HQ

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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