AI Governance Specialist

Banco Santander SA; Santander; Híbrido; EUR 40.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Santander Open Academy

BeHealthy wellness program

Competitive rewards

Childcare support

Meal subsidy

Descripción de la vacante

Santander is seeking an AI Governance Specialist based in Madrid to define and operate the group-wide AI governance model, coordinating AI risk assessments and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

You will work with Business, Data & AI, Legal, Compliance, Risk and Technology teams, own the global inventory of AI use cases, and report KPIs to senior management while supporting adoption of governance in delivery.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in governance, risk or internal control.
• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, Law, or similar.
• Fluent in English.
• Knowledge of AI governance and risk frameworks such as EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, OECD AI Principles, or OWASP.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and evolve the Group-wide AI Governance model.
• Coordinate AI governance bodies, agendas, materials, decisions, and follow-up actions.
• Own and maintain the global inventory of AI use cases, ensuring completeness and lifecycle accuracy.
• Define and coordinate AI use case risk assessments covering ethical, legal, operational, reputational, data, model, and cyber risks.
• Define KPIs and prepare AI Governance reporting for senior management.

Conocimientos

Governance

Risk management

Internal control

AI governance

Stakeholder management

Communication

Educación

Engineering

Mathematics

Business Administration

Law

Descripción del empleo

AI Governance SpecialistCountry: Spanien**IT STARTS HERE**Santander is evolving from **a global, high-impact brand** into a **technology-driven organization**, and our people are at the heart of this journey. **Together**, we are driving a **customer-centric transformation** that values bold **thinking, innovation**, and the **courage to challenge** what's possible.This is more than a strategic shift. **It's a chance for** **driven professionals** **to grow, learn, and make a real difference**.Our mission is to contribute to help more **people and businesses prosper**. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.Our **Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAIO)** division is building a world-class AI & Data team to make a difference in the lives of over 170 million people worldwide, through one of the largest banks in the world.We are undergoing one of the biggest transformations in our history and technology is at the heart of our strategy. Join our team to play a part in one of the most important technological projects for the financial sector in the world.Our mission is to contribute to helping more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.**THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE**The **Santander Artificial Intelligence Team** is seeking an **AI Governance Specialist**, based in our Madrid office.You will be responsible for defining and operating Santander's **AI Governance framework**, ensuring that AI use cases are deployed responsibly, consistently, and in line with regulatory and internal requirements. You will play a central role in governing decision forums, managing the global AI use case inventory, and coordinating AI risk assessments across the Group.**Key Responsibilities****AI Governance & Oversight*** Design, implement, and continuously evolve the Group-wide AI Governance model.* Coordinate and manage AI governance bodies, including agendas, materials, decisions, and follow-up actions.* Own and maintain the global inventory of AI use cases, ensuring completeness, traceability, and lifecycle accuracy.**AI Risk & Use Case Management*** Define and coordinate AI use case risk assessments covering ethical, legal, operational, reputational, data, model, and cyber risks.* Ensure appropriate classification of AI use cases by criticality, lifecycle stage, impact, and risk level.* Act as a coordination point across Business, Data & AI, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Technology teams.**Reporting & Enablement*** Define KPIs and prepare AI Governance reporting for senior management.* Support AI Adoption teams by ensuring governance requirements are embedded in delivery objectives.**WHAT YOU'LL BRING**Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We're **enabling teams to go beyond** by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Professional Experience*** **+5 years of experience** in Governance, Risk or Internal Control. (Required)* Experience within Santander Group is a plus. (Preferred)**Education*** Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, Law, or similar. (Required)**Languages*** Fluent in English is required.**Hard Skills*** Solid experience in governance bodies, risk management, internal control, or technology governance frameworks. (Required)* Knowledge of AI governance and risk frameworks such as **EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, OECD AI Principles, or OWASP.** (Required)**Soft Skills*** Experience working in complex, multinational environments.* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.**WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT****Your contribution matters**, and it's recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects **the impact you create** and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.* We're **enable our teams to go beyond** through global opportunities and broad career paths.* Flexibility that works. Enjoy a **hybrid working models** - some days remote, some days onsite with your team - along with flexible hours.* **Learning for life**. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: **Santander** **Open Academy** (www.santanderopenacademy.com)* Competitive rewards. Receive a **highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses,** motivating you to keep growing with us.* Financial advantages. Benefit from **preferential banking terms, special interest rates** on loans, life insurance, and more.* Your health is our priority. Through **BeHealthy,** our global wellness programme, we promote **Holistic wellbeing.*** We know **family is everything**. That's why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.* **Always by your side.** Get access to **Santander Contigo**, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.* **Extra benefits**. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. **And that's only the beginning - we'll tell you more when you join!**We're here to **keep you motivated**, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.**LOCAL COMPLIANCE**Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.**WHAT TO DO NEXT**If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.