Director, Digital Transformation

September 28, 2026

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Heads up: this posting is for future opportunities rather than one specific open role. If you apply, we'll add you to our candidate network and may reach out when relevant roles come up. Axial Search is a specialist executive search firm built for one kind of hire: leaders who help organizations navigate AI transformation. Apply today to express your interest in roles like this one. Visit our website to learn more about our process and explore free tools for your job search, including our live job market dashboard with salary, skills and hiring trend data from thousands of AI transformation roles. What the market looks like We've tracked 600+ senior-level digital transformation postings in the US over the last six months, with the strongest hiring concentrated in New York, Texas, and California across professional services, financial services, and technology sectors. Directors in this space typically land between $190,000 and $390,000, with a median midpoint around $200,000. The most effective candidates bring a track record of managing large-scale technology or process initiatives, strong cross-functional leadership, and the ability to translate business strategy into operational change—especially as organizations integrate AI into existing workflows. Job responsibilities Own the end-to-end planning and execution of digital transformation roadmaps, balancing modernization priorities with near-term business outcomes. Lead cross-functional teams (technology, operations, business units) to align on transformation goals and drive adoption across the organization. Partner with executive leadership to assess current-state capabilities, identify AI and automation opportunities, and build business cases for investment. Build and mentor a team of transformation specialists, project managers, and change agents; develop capability and bench strength. Design and execute change management programs—stakeholder communication, training, resistance mitigation—to sustain adoption and cultural shift. Track transformation KPIs (time-to-value, adoption rates, cost/efficiency gains) and course-correct based on outcomes and market feedback. Stay current on emerging technologies and competitive practices; advise the organization on strategic implications and phasing. Candidate requirements 8+ years of hands-on experience leading digital transformation, technology modernization, or large-scale operational change initiatives. Demonstrated success managing multi-year, multi-million-dollar transformation programs and delivering measurable business impact. Proven ability to build and lead teams; experience mentoring directors or senior managers preferred. Strong business acumen and comfort translating between technical and non-technical stakeholders; ability to articulate ROI and strategic value. Track record of driving organizational adoption and change management in complex, matrixed environments. Familiarity with AI, automation, or cloud modernization initiatives—direct involvement in at least one transformational technology program.

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