Cross River · 2 weeks ago
AVP/VP, AI Transformations Manager
Fort Lee, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $190K/yr
10+ years expCross River builds the infrastructure behind innovative financial products and is seeking an AI Transformations Manager to drive AI-led transformation and commercialization strategies. This role involves orchestrating the implementation of AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory standards, while working closely with various teams across the enterprise.
BankingFinancial ServicesFinTech
Responsibilities
Define and manage the AI Transformation roadmap, ensuring alignment with Cross River’s strategic objectives, regulatory standards, and innovation priorities
Partner with business, data, and technology leaders to identify AI-driven opportunities for efficiency, risk management, and new revenue models
Establish a governance framework for AI projects, including evaluation metrics, responsible AI principles, and lifecycle management
Oversee commercialization of AI capabilities, enabling scalable deployment of internal tools and potential external monetization opportunities
Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of AI initiatives across multiple business domains—banking, lending, risk, compliance, and customer experience
Develop and maintain a portfolio management system for all AI programs, ensuring transparency on timelines, costs, dependencies, and outcomes
Ensure data readiness and model governance across all AI deployments in close partnership with data engineering and compliance teams
Track and report on transformation metrics, including adoption, ROI, and productivity gains
Partner with product, engineering, operations, and risk teams to embed AI solutions into enterprise workflows
Drive organizational change management to enable smooth adoption of AI technologies, ensuring training and alignment across teams
Serve as a liaison between business and technical teams, translating complex AI capabilities into actionable business insights
Promote a culture of responsible AI innovation that balances experimentation with ethical standards and risk management
Identify opportunities to externalize AI capabilities through partnerships, APIs, and new product lines
Collaborate with external vendors, startups, and research organizations to expand the bank’s AI ecosystem
Support the Chief Data and AI Officer in defining AI monetization strategies and evaluating go-to-market models
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in technology, analytics, or transformation roles, with at least 5 years in AI/ML program or product management
Proven experience leading cross-functional AI initiatives from conception through implementation in a regulated industry (preferably financial services, fintech, or banking)
Strong understanding of AI platforms, MLOps, model governance, and data management frameworks
Experience managing stakeholder engagement, budgets, and vendor relationships for large-scale transformation programs
Exceptional ability to translate technical AI concepts into business outcomes and communicate effectively at all organizational levels
Preferred
Master's degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field
Prior experience applying AI solutions in regulated environments, such as banking, healthcare, or insurance
Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, including bias mitigation, interpretability, and model monitoring
Experience in commercialization or business development related to AI-driven products or services
PMP, Agile, or equivalent program management certification preferred
Company
Cross River
Cross River Bank provides technology infrastructure powering the future of financial services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$908M2023-11-01Secondary Market
2022-03-30Series D· $620M
2020-05-11Debt Financing· $106M
Leadership Team
Gilles Gade
Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman
C
Christopher Kelm
Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Operating Officer
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