Vilija Vainaite

Responsible AI Implementation.

Leveraging disruptive technology to implement human-centric solutions.

Blending MSc insight, Big4 consulting expertise, and entrepreneurial experience.

Translating cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence research into business solutions, helping organisations and individuals navigate the complexities of safe and responsible AI adoption.

About

Vilija Vainaite is a highly skilled AI Consultant with a successful track record in delivering process optimisation, innovation-driven risk management, and responsible automation projects across various industries, with a focus on Financial Services, Security, and Technology & Telecommunications. Specialising in AI/ML-based solutions and project management, she brings a blend of expertise in effective communication, problem-solving, and innovation.

Driven by a passion for responsible business solutions and a commitment to driving innovation, she holds a Master's of Science in Crisis & Security Management and a Bachelor's of Science in International Business Administration.

Her proficiency in risk management methodologies, innovation implementation, and quality assurance sets her apart in ensuring project success, combining Big4 consulting experience with technical and strategic skillset within the AI safety domain. She combines rigorous research methodology with pragmatic business sense, be it in building AI products or guiding strategic AI adoption.

Vilija focuses on delivering measurable outcomes that align with real-world needs. Open to consulting and advisory engagements where she can help organizations unlock the full potential of AI in safe and responsible ways.

EXPERIENCE WITH

Deloitte
PwC
Anthropic
ISC2
University of Cambridge

Professional Experience

AI Safety Course Facilitator

BlueDot Impact
2025 - PresentRemote

Facilitating AGI Strategy course for international non-technical and technical audiences. Guiding the participants through the topics and frameworks of:

  • Incentive mapping, to understand the AGI race;
  • Kill chains, to analyse AI threats;
  • Defence-in-depth, to design appropriate interventions.

Helping stakeholders with varying levels of professional experience learn and apply AGI strategy concepts in their domains of expertise and interest.

Client Feedback

  • Great at giving guidance.
  • Did a great job with a diverse audience.
  • Was super supportive throughout the process and gave additional guidance.

Consultant - Business Resilience

Deloitte
2024 - 2026Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Drove AI adoption for crisis, trust, and reputation management, bridging technical and strategic teams:

  • Implemented process automation solutions for educational cybersecurity exercises;
  • Steered AI adoption in the Business Resilience team, improving cost efficiency and operational effectiveness;
  • Built a PoC automating Enterprise Risk processes using AI/ML (Python) and LLMs, streamlining data extraction, analysis, and visualisation.

Designed and implemented business continuity solutions (in line with ISO 22301:2019 and BCI GPG 7.0) across:

  • Financial Services;
  • Consumer;
  • Technology & Telecommunications industries.

Developed and rolled out risk management frameworks for international Financial Services clients, improving organisational governance; accountability; and decision-making processes. Supported national-level implementations of CERD and NIS2 directives.

Client Feedback

  • Demonstrated excellent professional qualifications.
  • Showed a high level of motivation and ambition.
  • Technical abilities and practical thoroughness were highly appreciated by us and our clients.

Analyst - Quantitative Solutions

PwC
2022 - 2023Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Combined technical fluency with strategic communication, driving successful clients outcomes:

  • Delivered secure data automation solutions for compliance projects;
  • Translated complex risk data for strategic decision-making within tax;
  • Integrated IT security and financial services knowledge for a C-Suite data management training.

Built automated data analysis pipelines (Python, SQL, Power BI) to support forensic insights and governance reporting, enabling better visibility and regulatory alignment for clients.

Managed internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Client Feedback

  • Vilija is a true team player. She is always willing to collaborate and share knowledge with others, which has fostered a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • It is an absolute pleasure to work with Vilija. Her professionalism, work ethic, and passion for data and technology are truly commendable.
  • I highly recommend Vilija to any organisation looking for a skilled and dedicated professional. She is a valuable asset to any team.

Specialist - Treasury Operations

Van Oord
2022Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Combined strategic business assessments with financial analysis, developing:

  • Liquidity reports, data consolidation, insight communication to management;
  • Financial risk control, data analytics and visualisation materials (Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint), disseminated for company-wide financial data presentation;
  • Commodity trading (hedging, future contracts), currency swaps, ITS (treasury & risk management ERP system) understanding.

Client Feedback

  • I was amazed by the speed with which Vilija was able to pick up her tasks and by the ease with which she managed to to overcome difficulties she faced.
  • Despite the challenging nature of the job with a lot of time pressure, Vilija constantly managed to deliver strong results.
  • I would describe her as a hard-working, loyal, and dedicated person. She establishes herself as a real team player who is willing to help out when needed.
Background

Education & Certifications

A foundation built on rigorous academic training and continuous professional development

International Security and Intelligence programme

Deepfakes and Societal Resilience

Cambridge Security Initiative

Cambridge, United Kingdom
Key Achievements
Recipient of the full-ride Sir Richard Dearlove Scholarship
Focus on deepfake-based disinformation and societal resilience
Research cited in three subsequent papers
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M.Sc. in Crisis & Security Management

AI and Cybersecurity Governance

Leiden University

The Hague, Netherlands
Key Achievements
Academic Excellence Programme: Delphi study on the impact of AI on cybersecurity governance
Specialisation in Governance of Crisis
Invited to attend Responsible AI in the Military Domain (REAIM) Summit 2023
GPA: 3.99/4.0
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AI Programming with Python Nanodegree, Artificial Intelligence

AI/ML Programming

Udacity

Remote
Key Achievements
Recognised as one of the three Future Self Scholars (AWS award 2023)
Strong foundational understanding and skillset in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Programming with Python
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B.Sc. in International Business Administration

Business & Global Affairs

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam

Rotterdam, Netherlands
Key Achievements
Graduated Cum Laude
B.Sc thesis on the influence of FDI on HDI of emerging market economies in presence of corruption (Grade 9.0)
Board Member at Erasmus Tech Community
External Relations at Erasmus Centre for Entrepreneurship Students
National Winner for the PwC CEE Business Challenge
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Capabilities

Skills & Expertise

A comprehensive toolkit spanning technical implementation to strategic leadership

AI & Machine Learning

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
  • AI Governance
  • AI Agents
  • AI Safety
  • Technical Safety
  • Large Language Models (LLMs)
  • Prompt Engineering
  • AI Ethics & Responsible AI
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Security & Risk Management

  • Cybersecurity
  • Security Operations
  • Security Management
  • Risk Management
  • Business Continuity Management (BCM)
  • Crisis Management (CM)
  • Incident Response
  • Threat Assessment
  • Regulatory Compliance
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Technical Skills

  • Python (Programming Language)
  • Digital Transformation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Data Analysis & Visualization
  • Process Automation
  • Technical Documentation
  • MS Excel
  • SQL
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Strategy & Business

  • Consulting
  • Business Development
  • Strategy
  • Innovation
  • Scenario Planning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Market Analysis
  • Strategic Roadmapping
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Leadership & People

  • Leadership
  • Mentoring
  • Facilitation
  • Teaching
  • Project Management
  • Team Building
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Executive Communication
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Skill Categories
40+
Core Competencies
4+
Years Experience
20+
Projects Delivered

Entrepreneurial Projects

A selection of impactful entrepreneurial projects within technology field. Each project demonstrates practical application of an interdisciplinary skillset to solve real-world challenges.

2024 - Present

Co-Founder & European Strategy Lead at Encode Europe

Co-founded an AI ethics non-profit organisation from scratch, mobilising young people steer AI in a direction that benefits society through advocacy, education, and policy research. Leading the Executive Board and a community of 30 people, steering organisational strategy.

Impact:

Participating stakeholders in the EU AI Pact. Collaborations with Stop Killer Robots, the United Italian Societies, and other organisations within ethical and responsible technology sphere. Mentioned in The Guardian.

Responsible AIProject ManagementEntrepreneurshipCommunity Building
2024 - 2025

Co-Founder & Board Member for Business Development

Co-founded a cybersecurity non-profit organisation, addressing the shortage of talent in the Dutch and European cybersecurity markets, the need to improve cyber resilience on both national and international levels, and the current limitations in diversity and inclusion practices. Worked on strategic direction, external relationship management, and business development.

Impact:

Organised numerous workshops, featuring speakers from the NATO Cyber Security Centre, the AIVD’s cyber team, and EY's cyber experts. Hosted the global Women4Cyber conference, gathering hundreds of our European community members.

CybersecurityEntrepreneurshipBusiness DevelopmentCommunity Building

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Location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Available for remote work globally. Oftentimes based in Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and Vilnius (Lithuania).

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