AI Adoption & Training Specialist

We’re looking for an AI Adoption & Training Specialist to help drive the effective use of Microsoft AI technologies across this Higher Education provider on a initial 3 month contract. This role is central to ensuring staff can confidently and safely use tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance their day-to-day work.

Working across Professional Services and student-facing teams, you’ll design and deliver engaging, role-based training programmes, build internal capability, and support lasting behavioural change to maximise the value of our AI investments.

What you’ll do:

• Assess AI readiness, skills gaps, and adoption barriers across teams
• Design and deliver structured training programmes and learning pathways
• Run workshops, hands-on sessions, and targeted coaching for teams
• Create practical training materials, including guides, prompt packs, and playbooks
• Establish a network of AI champions and support long-term adoption

What we’re looking for:

• Experience designing and delivering enterprise AI training programmes
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Copilot and AI-assisted workflows
• Ability to translate user needs into effective, engaging training
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, organised approach to driving change and adoption

Day Rate: £600 per day via umbrella company

Hybrid: 1-2 days as required for In-person training sessions, etc