General Manager – Microsoft AI

Candidate Description

With more than two decades steering technology-driven change, this executive leader excels at converting ambitious strategy into operational reality across consulting, financial services, advertising and technology sectors. Currently a General Manager with an Advisory Firm and a Technology Consultancy, they specialise in enterprise-scale Generative and Agentic AI programmes, blending Microsoft-stack tooling with disciplined governance to ensure measurable value and managed risk. Their background spans a Financial Services Company, a Digital Agency, and a Technology Provider, underpinning deep credibility with boards and C-suite stakeholders.

Adept at orchestrating complex delivery landscapes, they bring advanced capability in AI strategy, governance frameworks, data readiness and multi-agent solution architecture. Key achievements include architecting gated AI investment models, launching proprietary customer-data platforms through ASX listings and sustaining 99% client retention while scaling operations from 5 to 155 staff. Their technical acumen is reinforced by agile, Jira-driven programme management and an ability to integrate AI solutions across ERP, planning and reporting platforms without disrupting core systems.

A collaborative and outcomes-focused leader, they build high-performing cross-functional teams, mentor emerging talent and translate intricate AI concepts into board-ready decisions. Their career evidences adaptability across start-ups, global enterprises and agency environments, consistently delivering profitability, market expansion and customer satisfaction. Organisations seeking to operationalise AI responsibly at scale will find in this professional a rare blend of strategic clarity, commercial pragmatism and delivery excellence.