Data & Analytics Vienna AI Governance Team Member (all genders)

Vienna Insurance Group; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Vienna Insurance Group is seeking an AI Governance Specialist to drive compliance with EU AI Act, GDPR and DORA across the Group. You will coordinate the AI Responsible Persons network, develop governance processes, and support AI Boards and decision forums.

Responsibilities include maintaining the AI Register, defining governance policies, and risk assessments; training IT and business units; and communicating standards. Strong English is required; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration, Data Governance, Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5+ years in Data/AI governance, compliance, risk management, or related regulatory functions
• Strong knowledge of EU AI Act, GDPR, DORA; governance frameworks, risk assessments, and compliance processes
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication
• Structured and solution-oriented approach with strong analytical skills
• Very good English skills; knowledge of German is a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with EU AI and data regulations (AI Act, GDPR, DORA)
• Coordinate the AI Responsible Persons network across the Group, providing guidance and governance processes
• Facilitate AI Board, Councils, and decision-making forums, including preparation and follow-up
• Maintain the AI Register: classification, documentation, evaluation, and monitoring of AI systems
• Define and implement AI governance policies, procedures, and risk assessment practices
• Partner with affected IT & Business Units; build awareness through training and communication of AI governance standards

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Structured problem solving

English proficiency

German language (plus)

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Law / Economics / Business Administration / Data Governance / Information Security / Computer Science

Job description

• Ensure compliance with EU AI and data regulations (AI Act, GDPR, DORA)
• Coordinate the AI Responsible Persons network across the Group, providing guidance and governance processes
• Facilitate AI Board, Councils, and decision-making forums, including preparation and follow-up
• Maintain the AI Register: classification, documentation, evaluation, and monitoring of AI systems
• Define and implement AI governance policies, procedures, and risk assessment practices
• Partner with affected IT & Business Units; build awareness through training and communication of AI governance standards
• Degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration, Data Governance, Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• 3-5+ years in Data/AI governance, compliance, risk management, or related regulatory functions
• Strong knowledge of EU AI Act, GDPR, DORA; experience with governance frameworks, risk assessments, and compliance processes
• Skilled in facilitating cross-functional networks; excellent stakeholder management and communication
• A structured and solution-oriented approach to work, as well as strong analytical skills
• Very good English skills; knowledge of German is a plus

Benefits may vary between VIG companies

Based on the legal requirements, we inform about the monthly minimum salary according to the collective agreement of EUR 3,353.17 gross on the basis of full-time employment (37,5 hours / week). Of course, the remuneration package is market-compliant. It is important to us that your salary is based on your qualifications and experience, therefore we will discuss the salary together in a personal interview.
This full-time position is to be filled as soon as possible.

• More than 50 insurance companies and pension funds
• Operating in 30 countries
• Around 34,000 employees
• Around 36 million customers
• VIG share listed on the Vienna, Prague and Budapest stock exchanges
• Standard & Poor's rating: A+ with positive outlook

We stand for diversity and respect. That is why we see it as an enrichment to employ people of different backgrounds, ages, genders, sexual orientations, religions and abilities. Become part of our diverse Group !

Is AI used in Recruiting?

Your application is reviewed by people for people - personally, individually, and with respect. We deliberately choose not to use AI tools in our selection process.

As diverse as you are - your perspectives at the Vienna Insurance Group

Our employees are characterised by commitment, competence and service orientation. The diversity of these people makes a significant contribution to our success. We are committed to promoting diversity in the work environment and are proud to offer fair opportunities for all as an employer. Become part of this diverse team!

The CV and cover letter are most important to us. Other documents include certificates, letters of recommendation and references, which can then be submitted at a later date.