AI Industry Opportunities Advisor

DSIT

At DSIT were all about improving peoples lives by maximising the potential of science & technology.

We accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development.

We use technology for good by ensuring new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared.

We are driving forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back.

We do all this to enable the Governments 5 national missions: kickstarting economic growth, making Britain a clean energy superpower, taking back our streets, breaking down barriers to opportunity and building an NHS fit for the future.

Above all, we focus on improving peoples lives. Whether its researching new treatments for disease, developing better batteries, reducing burdens through better public services, keeping children safe online, and much more, outcomes for citizens are at the heart of what we do.

Our Inclusive Environment

We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below.

Please note

Former DSIT recruitment campaigns are continuing as usual, but candidates should be aware that following the Governments announcement on the changes to some civil service departments, roles will be subject to the machinery of government moves and will ultimately be in one of the new departments. We will provide more information if you are selected for a role. This work remains of high importance to the civil service, and we thank you for your continued interest.

Key Responsibilities

- Monitor the AI landscape, identifying emerging companies, trends, opportunities and risks, and explaining what they could mean for government priorities.

- Produce high-quality analysis and intelligence products, turning information from a range of sources into clear insights, briefings and recommendations.

- Coordinate and manage incoming requests, helping ensure the team responds effectively to fast-moving priorities while maintaining focus on longer-term objectives.

- Build relationships with colleagues across government and the wider AI ecosystem to gather insight, share information and support collaborative working.

- Maintain team intelligence and knowledge products, ensuring information is accurate, accessible and supports effective decision-making.

- Contribute to strategic projects and team improvement, with opportunities to develop specialist expertise, lead pieces of work and shape responsibilities based on your strengths, interests and development goals.

Essential criteria

- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with experience of managing information accurately, maintaining high-quality outputs and ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard.

- Experience managing competing priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment, demonstrating sound judgement, resilience and the ability to deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify patterns, opportunities and risks, synthesise information from multiple sources, and develop clear, practical recommendations.

- Demonstrable initiative, curiosity and enthusiasm, with a proactive approach to improving processes, identifying opportunities, taking ownership of work and continually developing knowledge in new areas.

- Strong communication and collaborative working skills, with the ability to build positive relationships, share information clearly and work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Desirable criteria

Knowledge and/or experience of AI, technology, innovation or growth sectors.