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Fractional Chief AI Officer
@ Axial Search
Canada
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Overview
Axial Search, a specialist executive search firm, is hiring a Fractional Chief AI Officer on a contract basis. The role shapes AI strategy and governance for organizations moving AI from pilots to scale, and advises boards and C-suites. The posting states an hourly range of $250 to $350 for fractional engagements in this cohort.
Responsibilities:
- Set and communicate AI strategy and roadmap to board and C-suite
- Lead cross-functional AI governance, risk and compliance
- Identify and prioritize high-impact AI use cases
- Build internal AI capability and evaluate build-vs-buy
- Own AI business cases and ROI tracking
Requirements summary:
- 10+ years leading strategy, product or technology initiatives
- At least 4 years in AI or machine learning leadership
- Proven track record deploying AI at scale with measurable ROI
- Experience with AI governance in regulated environments
- Strong executive presence and board-level communication
- Track record building teams and recruiting AI talent
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Management experience | 4+ years |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
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Axial Search
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2 |
Job description
Axial Search is a specialist executive search firm built for one kind of hire: leaders who help organizations navigate AI transformation. Apply today to express your interest in roles like this one.
Visit our website to learn more about our process and explore free tools for your job search, including our live job market dashboard with salary, skills and hiring trend data from thousands of AI transformation roles.
What The Market Looks Like
We've tracked 10 executive-level AI strategy postings across Canada in the last six months, concentrated in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Financial services, technology, and professional services firms are the primary hiring verticals. Organizations are moving beyond pilot phases and need seasoned AI leaders to shape strategy, navigate governance, and drive adoption at scale. The strongest candidates in this space bring deep experience scaling AI initiatives, board-level communication skills, and the ability to translate business outcomes into concrete technical and organizational roadmaps. Fractional engagements in this cohort typically run $250–$350 per hour, reflecting the strategic scope and seniority required.
Job Responsibilities
Visit our website to learn more about our process and explore free tools for your job search, including our live job market dashboard with salary, skills and hiring trend data from thousands of AI transformation roles.
What The Market Looks Like
We've tracked 10 executive-level AI strategy postings across Canada in the last six months, concentrated in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Financial services, technology, and professional services firms are the primary hiring verticals. Organizations are moving beyond pilot phases and need seasoned AI leaders to shape strategy, navigate governance, and drive adoption at scale. The strongest candidates in this space bring deep experience scaling AI initiatives, board-level communication skills, and the ability to translate business outcomes into concrete technical and organizational roadmaps. Fractional engagements in this cohort typically run $250–$350 per hour, reflecting the strategic scope and seniority required.
Job Responsibilities
- Shape and communicate the organization's AI strategy, roadmap, and investment thesis to the board, C-suite, and stakeholders
- Lead cross-functional AI governance, including risk assessment, ethical frameworks, and compliance with emerging regulations
- Partner with business and technology leaders to identify high-impact AI use cases and prioritize deployment across the organization
- Build or strengthen the internal AI capability—talent acquisition, team structure, and knowledge transfer—while evaluating build-vs.-buy decisions
- Own the business case and ROI tracking for major AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives
- Advise on vendor selection, technology architecture decisions, and integration of AI tools into existing systems
- Serve as the internal and external thought leader on AI, representing the organization to investors, partners, and the market
- 10+ years leading strategy, product, or technology initiatives, with at least 4 years in a direct AI or machine learning leadership role
- Proven track record of deploying AI at scale—from pilot conception through production, with measurable business impact and ROI
- Fluency in AI/ML capabilities, limitations, and emerging tooling; ability to speak credibly to technical teams and boards alike
- Experience navigating AI governance, risk, and ethical considerations in regulated or complex environments
- Strong executive presence and storytelling ability; comfortable advising boards and C-suites on strategy and trade-offs
- Track record of building high-performing teams and recruiting AI talent in competitive markets
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