AI Governance Lead

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization is seeking an experienced AI Governance Lead to shape the future of AI compliance and governance. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, collaborate with senior professionals, and work in a supportive culture, with a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Bonus structure

Hybrid working

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Background in Data & AI Governance or legal professional.
• Experience in AI-related compliance or legal advisory.
• Strong knowledge of data protection, technology law, and AI ethics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement group-wide AI governance frameworks.
• Lead AI-related training programmes and cross-functional efforts.
• Set compliance standards and collaborate with legal teams.

Skills

Data Protection

AI Governance

Legal Advisory

Communication

Leadership

Education

Qualified Legal Professional

Tools

AI Tools

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• Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days/week in office) + travel to associated EU countries.
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Industry: Legal / Technology / Data & AI Governance

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced and forward-thinking AI Governance Lead to join a global organisation at a pivotal moment in its digital transformation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI compliance and governance across a multi-entity international group.

You’ll work at the intersection of legal, compliance, and emerging AI technologies, playing a key role in defining responsible AI practices, guiding legal strategy, and leading governance initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement group-wide AI governance frameworks and legal standards.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to define how AI will be applied within legal and operational teams.
• Coordinate the design and rollout of AI-related training programmes across the business.
• Chair the AI Governance Committee and own the long-term governance roadmap.
• Set compliance standards and usage policies for AI across all group companies.
• Collaborate with internal legal teams, HR, technology, and external law firms.

What We’re Looking For

• A background in Data & AI Governance or a qualified legal professional (e.g. Legal Counsel, or DPO) with strong interest or experience in AI governance.
• Background in AI-related compliance, risk, or legal advisory—either in-house or through a consultancy/law firm.
• Strong knowledge of data protection, technology law, and AI ethics.
• Proficiency using AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT) in a legal or regulated environment.
• Confident communicator and leader with experience managing cross-border initiatives.
• Based in or near London, with flexibility to travel within Europe.

Why Join?

• Lead a high-impact programme at group level, shaping how AI is defined and governed.
• Work alongside senior legal and technology professionals in a supportive, collaborative culture.
• Competitive salary package and bonus, with hybrid working from a central London location.

If you’re interested in this role and feel you have a relevant background, apply through the AD to find out more.