AI Business Transformation Lead

AI Business Transformation Lead

Cognizant is seeking an experienced AI Business Transformation Lead to drive enterprise AI adoption initiatives with a focus on Microsoft Copilot. This role will lead business transformation efforts by identifying high-value opportunities, developing adoption strategies, and enabling organizations to realize measurable business outcomes through AI-powered solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in change management, digital transformation, stakeholder engagement, and Microsoft Copilot adoption. You will partner with business and technology teams to deliver scalable adoption programs, accelerate user engagement, and support organizational transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business case identification and prioritization based on impact, feasibility, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and execute Microsoft Copilot adoption strategies that support business priorities and transformation objectives.
• Conduct organizational readiness assessments and evaluate skilling, enablement, and adoption maturity.
• Recommend practical action plans to accelerate AI adoption and business transformation.
• Develop and support skilling, enablement, and internal communications strategies to drive user engagement and adoption.
• Work closely with business and IT stakeholders to track progress, measure business value, and optimize adoption outcomes.
• Facilitate adoption reviews, value realization planning, and success measurement using Microsoft frameworks and methodologies.
• Analyze adoption metrics, usage data, and stakeholder feedback to continuously improve adoption strategies and user experience.
• Present recommendations, progress updates, and business insights to executive and senior leadership stakeholders.
• Support enterprise-wide change management initiatives related to AI and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong business analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align technology initiatives to business outcomes.
• Change Management Certification required.
• Ability to lead workshops, facilitate discussions, and drive consensus across diverse teams.

Required Experience

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in digital transformation, technology adoption, business consulting, organizational change management, or related fields.
• Experience supporting multiple Microsoft Copilot adoption engagements.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Copilot Adoption Frameworks and Client Delivery Frameworks.
• Demonstrated success driving user adoption, stakeholder engagement, and business value realization initiatives.
• Experience facilitating enterprise transformation programs and organizational change efforts.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional business and technology teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise AI transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of organizational change management best practices.
• Experience creating executive communications, presentations, and adoption reporting.
• Consulting experience within large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power Platform, and Modern Workplace solutions.

Why Apply?

We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $81,000 and $141,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan and Company Contributions
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Important Disclaimers

• Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.
• Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Candidates may be required to participate in multiple rounds of interviews, including business and client discussions.

Posting Expiration Date: August 30, 2026. Cognizant reserves the right to remove the posting earlier based on business needs.