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Role: AI Business Analyst (Project-based)
Location: Makati | Hybrid/Work from Home
About Us:
At hammerjack, we're not just another outsourcing company - we bring together skilled professionals from the Philippines with businesses worldwide, leveraging expert operations and the latest technology to create connections that empower our community. Our mission? To improve lives by fostering meaningful professional relationships and driving success on a global scale.
Our Impact:
Over the years, we've built workplaces that empower employees to thrive, contributing in meaningful ways to the success and culture of companies around the globe. With our focus on professional services and our people-first culture, hammerjack has become a trusted partner for businesses and professionals alike, humanizing the outsourcing industry one connection at a time.
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking an AI Proof of Concept (PoC) Lead to accelerate AI adoption across our portfolio of 11 business units. This role is responsible for identifying high-impact AI opportunities, rapidly designing and delivering proof of concepts, and handing off validated solutions to operational teams for scaling and implementation.
The PoCs may be built by internal data teams, IT, external vendors, or engineering partners. This role ensures the right problems are solved, success criteria are defined, and validated solutions are transitioned into implementation.
The ideal candidate combines business analysis, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on AI experimentation to turn ambiguity into tested solutions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Opportunity Identification & Structuring
- Partner with business unit leaders to identify AI use cases aligned with strategic priorities.
- Translate operational pain points into structured AI problem statements.
- Assess feasibility, data readiness, risk, and potential ROI.
- Prioritize PoC initiatives based on strategic value and execution viability.
- PoC Mobilization & Oversight
- Define scope, success metrics, and measurable outcomes for each PoC.
- Develop clear business and functional requirements.
- Coordinate with data scientists, engineers, IT, or external vendors to execute the PoC.
- Monitor progress and remove blockers.
- Ensure timelines and objectives are met.
- Business Validation
- Evaluate PoC outcomes against defined success criteria.
- Quantify business impact (cost savings, efficiency gains, revenue potential, risk mitigation).
- Facilitate stakeholder review and decision-making.
- Produce clear go/no-go recommendations
- Handoff & Transition to Implementation
- Document technical design, assumptions, and performance outcomes.Secure business ownership for scaled implementation.
- Work with IT, product, or engineering teams to transition validated PoCs into production roadmaps.
- Ensure governance, risk, and change management considerations are addressed.
- AI Adoption & Enablement
- Educate leaders on realistic AI applications.
- Establish a repeatable PoC intake and evaluation framework.
- Create visibility across the enterprise on AI initiatives and outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years in Business Analysis, Strategy, Consulting, Digital Transformation, or Product roles.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives in complex organizations.
- Strong understanding of AI, data, and automation concepts (AI-fluent, though not necessarily building models).
- Ability to read and understand technical documentation and code at a high level.
- Strong business case development skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management across executive and operational levels.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in multi-business or matrixed enterprises.
- Exposure to AI/ML project lifecycles.
- Familiarity with data architecture and integration considerations.
- Consulting or internal innovation experience.
What's in It for You:
- Flexibility: Work hybrid (remotely and from one of our inspiring offices) and enjoy a better work-life balance!
- Inspiring Workspaces: Our offices are strategically located and designed to fuel your best work.
- Free Unlimited Barista Coffee and Booze: Enjoy refreshments from our cafe and beverage bar.
- Dynamic Open Spaces: Conducive for productivity and creativity.
- State-of-the-Art Security: Ensuring your safety and peace of mind.
- Game Rooms: Take a break and unwind with our recreational facilities.
- Competitive Compensation: Your talents deserve to be rewarded! We help you negotiate with our clients.
- Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
- A Supportive Community: Join a diverse and inclusive team that's dedicated to your success.
- Global Impact: Be part of something bigger and make a difference on a global scale.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to join a dynamic team and be part of something truly special, we want to hear from you! Apply directly on this job ad, and let's forge a brighter future together!
hammerjack is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills Required
- 5+ years in Business Analysis, Strategy, Consulting, Digital Transformation, or Product roles.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives in complex organizations.
- Strong understanding of AI, data, and automation concepts (AI-fluent).
- Ability to read and understand technical documentation and code at a high level.
- Strong business case development skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management across executive and operational levels.
- Experience working in multi-business or matrixed enterprises.
- Exposure to AI/ML project lifecycles.
- Familiarity with data architecture and integration considerations.
- Consulting or internal innovation experience.
What We Do
Outsource Solutions For Business hammerjack is an Australian & Philippine owned and operated offshore outsourcing services provider. Headquartered in Sydney with multiple operating offices in Makati, Manila, and Pampanga, Philippines. We specialise in providing dedicated, high performing teams and outsourced services to the global small and midsize business market. Our solutions deliver quality and consistent outcomes and are helping businesses to focus on their core competencies, reduce operating costs and deliver more value to their customers. hammerjack has been a major player in developing the new Knowledge Process Outsourcing (KPO) industry in the Philippines servicing the Australian, U.S.A and U.K markets. Over the last 7 years we have sourced trained and developed top talent focussed on the Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping, IT and Virtual Assistant services space. Our knowledge and experience in implementing the latest technologies and systems to support the best people has led to continued success for our clients and their remote teams, all while placing information and cyber security at the forefront. Our operating model was born in the enterprise services space and has been specifically developed to cater for the small, midsize market. This experience and collaborative customer approach set business up for success, no matter where they are on their journey. We offer an enterprise level approach to continuous improvement, high performance & quality, and world class customer experience. Our ability to deliver this level of service across multiple lines of business and industry verticals is a product of our investment in people, technology and the governance that sits behind it all.
