What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Automation and AI position at US DEFAULT GROUP INC?
RAS Legal Group, a $100M revenue, 18 office, 1000 employee legal and professional
services firm based in Boca Raton, is seeking a Director of Automation and AI to lead the
firm’s AI transformation. This high-visibility role will report directly to the CIO and work
closely with the executive team to design, implement, and scale AI/automation solutions that
drive measurable business impact.
The ideal candidate will develop and execute a 2–4-year AI roadmap, leveraging
automation to streamline legal workflows, enhance efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
This role requires a blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution, ensuring that AI driven
solutions align with business objectives.
The Director will be empowered with resources, executive support, and
decision-making authority to drive transformation and will play a key role in shaping the
firm's long-term technology strategy.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy
Define and lead the firm’s AI/automation strategy, ensuring alignment with
business goals.
Lead and expand a team of ~7-10 automation and AI engineers; oversee hiring and team
growth as needed.
Drive executive buy-in and cross-functional collaboration across business and
technology units to accelerate adoption.
Develop a data-driven approach to measure and communicate the financial and
operational impact of AI initiatives.
AI/Automation Implementation & Execution
Work with business divisions and technology team to identify and prioritize
automation opportunities.
Develop and execute an 18-month AI/automation roadmap, including pilot
programs, scaling initiatives, and technology investments.
Oversee end-to-end automation implementation —from process discovery to
deployment and ongoing refinement.
Evaluate, select, and manage third-party AI vendors and automation tools to
complement in-house capabilities.
