Associate Director Agentic AI

Smith Arnold Partners

If you’re passionate about turning cutting-edge AI into real business impact, this is an opportunity to lead from the front.

We’re looking for an experienced Associate Director of Agentic AI Business Solutions to drive the delivery of next-generation AI capabilities that are transforming how commercial organizations leverage data, automation, and intelligent decision-making. This is a highly visible role where you’ll partner with business leaders, data scientists, engineers, and AI experts to bring innovative GenAI and Agentic AI solutions from concept to enterprise-wide adoption.

“This is a place where science, technology, and innovation come together. The opportunity to work on meaningful challenges while being surrounded by talented people makes every day rewarding.”
“What stands out most is the culture of collaboration. People are encouraged to bring new ideas forward, solve complex problems, and make an impact that reaches far beyond their individual role.”
“You have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives while continuing to grow professionally. The combination of purpose, innovation, and career development makes this a truly unique environment.

Associate Director, Agentic AI Business Solutions
Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)
Salary $150,000 – $200,000

This isn’t a research role—it’s about execution. You’ll own the successful delivery of AI-powered business solutions that improve operations, accelerate insights, and create measurable value across commercial and analytics functions.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Play a pivotal role in one of the industry’s most exciting AI transformation initiatives.
• Deliver enterprise-scale GenAI and Agentic AI solutions that have a direct impact on the business.
• Work alongside world-class AI engineers, data scientists, and commercial leaders.
• Influence the future of intelligent automation, AI copilots, and digital decision support.
• Join an organization making significant investments in artificial intelligence and advanced analytics.

What You’ll Be Doing

As the leader responsible for delivering Agentic AI business solutions, you’ll oversee the complete lifecycle of AI initiatives—from business requirements through deployment, adoption, and continuous improvement.
You’ll:
• Lead the delivery of enterprise Agentic AI and GenAI solutions from concept through production.
• Partner with commercial, analytics, product, engineering, and AI teams to translate business challenges into scalable AI solutions.
• Drive agile execution, ensuring projects stay on schedule while delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Coordinate solution design, testing, deployment, user acceptance, documentation, and production readiness.
• Identify risks, remove delivery roadblocks, and keep cross-functional teams aligned.
• Develop rollout strategies, training programs, and adoption plans that maximize business value.
• Monitor adoption metrics, user feedback, and performance data to continuously improve deployed solutions.
• Serve as the bridge between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring AI capabilities solve meaningful business problems.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who combines strong commercial analytics expertise with a passion for emerging AI technologies.
Ideal candidates will have:

• Experience leading enterprise AI, machine learning, or GenAI solution delivery.
• A strong background in Commercial Analytics, Sales Analytics, Business Insights, or Data & Analytics.
• Experience deploying AI copilots, intelligent agents, workflow automation, or decision-support platforms.
• The ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives involving both technical and business teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex AI concepts for executive stakeholders.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, innovative environment.

Preferred Experience

• 7+ years of experience in Commercial Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data & Analytics, or AI solution delivery.
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries is a plus.
• Hands-on experience delivering GenAI, LLM, Agentic AI, AI Copilots, or intelligent automation platforms.
• Experience working closely with Data Science, Machine Learning, Engineering, Product Management, and Commercial organizations.
• Proven success driving adoption of new technologies and managing organizational change.
• Strong understanding of AI product delivery, Agile methodologies, and enterprise software implementation.

Education & Experience

Qualified candidates will typically possess one of the following:

• Doctorate with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience

The Bottom Line

If you’re excited by the opportunity to build and deploy enterprise-scale AI solutions that are reshaping how global organizations operate, this role offers the chance to work on some of today’s most innovative AI initiatives while collaborating with leaders across data, analytics, engineering, and commercial strategy.

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