Strategic Projects Lead

Description:

About the Role:

Turing partners with leading AI companies to power high-quality data operations at scale. As a Strategic Projects Lead (SPL), you will play a pivotal role in executing complex, large-scale delivery programs that support the worlds top AI labs.

Youll manage distributed teams, drive operational excellence, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery across fast-paced, dynamic environments.

This role is ideal for individuals who thrive on solving large-scale operational challenges, continuously optimizing systems, and driving measurable business outcomes through process innovation and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities:

Project Ownership:

- Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale AI data projects from scoping and requirements to execution and delivery.

- Identify bottlenecks, iterate rapidly, and implement process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

- Develop scalable operational frameworks including incentive structures, training programs, and quality assurance systems.

- Collaborate with tooling and engineering teams to identify automation opportunities and strengthen delivery capabilities.

Client Partnership:

- Serve as the primary point of contact for leading AI research and operations teams.

- Build strong client relationships by ensuring transparency, anticipating needs, and proactively driving performance improvements.

- Deliver consistent, high-quality execution that strengthens trust and long-term client engagement.

Team Leadership:

- Manage and align large distributed teams (5070+ contributors) to meet performance, quality, and delivery goals.

- Oversee onboarding, training, and performance tracking to maintain operational excellence.

- Utilize data-driven insights to continuously improve delivery metrics and optimize team efficiency.

Required Skills & Experience:

- 3+ years of experience in operations, strategy, or project leadership roles.

- Proven track record of managing large, distributed teams (5070+ people) and driving measurable outcomes.

- Background in consulting, high-growth startups, or operations-driven environments preferred.

- Graduate from a top-tier institution (IIT, IIM, XLRI, SP Jain, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

- Comfortable engaging directly with senior research and operations leaders in world-class AI organizations.

- Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and is passionate about process optimization and continuous improvement through data and experimentation.