Deloitte UK has appointed Hayley McKelvey as its first chief AI officer.
McKelvey, who is joining the firm’s UK executive, will be responsible for driving the firm’s AI strategy across client services and internal operations.
McKelvey most recently served as the professional services giant’s chief AI officer for the UK’s tax and legal practices. She has over 20 years of experience delivering digital transformation programmes for clients within Deloitte.
“I am honoured to step into this role at a time when AI is fundamentally reshaping professional services,” she said. “Data, AI and technology are changing how business is done, with profound implications for economies, organisations and the future of work.
“Harnessing the power of AI responsibly and strategically, both for our clients and in our own operations, is my priority. I look forward to working with our partners to build on our momentum and continue to deliver real, measurable outcomes with AI.”
McKelvey’s appointment forms part of a broader series of updates to Deloitte UK’s executive, led by the firm’s new UK CEO, Darren Graves.
Hammad Rafique has been named managing partner for technology & transformation. He was previously the UK head of financial services for T&T.
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Dave Sharman is now managing partner for strategy, risk & transactions advisory. He was previously the COO for SRTA, and also led its value creation services team.
Alan Chaudhuri has been named chief risk officer in the UK, having most recently been the UK head of quality & risk for audit & assurance.
“I’m excited to be welcoming Hayley, Hammad, Dave and Alan to our executive,” said Graves. “I’m confident they will each help ensure we don’t just navigate an era of profound technological disruption and geopolitical complexity, but lead our clients and people through it.
“By appointing a chief AI officer to the UK executive in particular, we are sharpening our focus on the future and positioning our firm for continued growth as the next-generation professional services firm.”