AI Governance Specialist

VIQU IT Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

VIQU IT Recruitment in London/Horsham/Manchester is seeking an AI Governance Specialist to lead its Data, Model and AI governance framework. The role focuses on responsible AI adoption, risk management, and regulatory compliance in collaboration with Technology, Data, Risk, Legal and Compliance teams.

You will develop governance policies, lead risk assessments and model reviews, and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders while reporting to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in AI governance, Data Governance, or Model Risk.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML risks including bias and explainability.
• Experience developing governance frameworks, policies and controls.
• Financial services or insurance knowledge of regulations.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge risk decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Data, Model and AI governance frameworks, policies and controls.
• Lead AI risk assessments, control testing and model reviews covering bias, fairness and explainability.
• Monitor Data and AI risks, overseeing remediation and reporting.
• Advise senior stakeholders on AI governance, risk appetite and responsible AI adoption.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal and data protection requirements.
• Lead AI governance forums and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support audits, assurance activities and regulatory requests.
• Produce risk reporting for senior leadership and Board-level committees.
• Promote ethical, transparent and responsible AI practices.

Skills

AI governance

Data governance

Model risk

Technology risk

Job description

AI Governance Specialist
London / Horsham / Manchester – Hybrid (3 DPW)
£90,000 + Bonus

VIQU are partnering with a leading professinal services organisation seeking an AI Governance Specialist to lead its Data, Model and AI governance framework. This role will ensure responsible AI adoption through effective risk management, robust controls and regulatory compliance, working closely with senior stakeholders across Technology, Data, Risk, Legal and Compliance.

Key Responsibilities of the AI Governance Specialist:

• Develop and maintain Data, Model and AI governance frameworks, policies and controls
• Lead AI risk assessments, control testing and model reviews covering bias, fairness and explainability
• Monitor Data and AI risks, overseeing remediation and reporting
• Advise senior stakeholders on AI governance, risk appetite and responsible AI adoption
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, legal and data protection requirements
• Lead AI governance forums and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders
• Support audits, assurance activities and regulatory requests
• Produce risk reporting for senior leadership and Board-level committees
• Promote ethical, transparent and responsible AI practices

Key Experience Required of the AI Governance Specialist:

• Extensive experience in AI governance, Data Governance, Model Risk or Technology Risk
• Strong understanding of AI/ML risks, including bias, explainability, resilience and data lineage
• Experience developing governance frameworks, policies and controls
• Financial services or insurance experience, with knowledge of relevant regulations
• Strong risk assessment, control testing and remediation experience
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge risk decisions
• Experience working with Risk, Compliance, Technology and Audit teams
• Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear business recommendations
• Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills

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