AI Governance Specialist

Intact Insurance (previously RSA); Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension contributions up to 11%

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave + holidays + buy/

Health & wellbeing + virtual GP

Career development and mentoring

Inclusive culture + employee networks

Share investment options

Job summary

Intact Insurance leads a transformation in AI governance, defining standards, controls and strategic direction across the function. The role acts as the final escalation point for complex AI risk issues and guides enterprise-wide practices.

You will engage senior stakeholders, run governance forums, and drive risk assessments with a focus on ethics, data governance and model risk. Hybrid working supported.

Qualifications

• Deep subject-matter expertise in AI governance and risk.
• Ability to create new approaches and methodologies.
• Strong influencing and communication skills with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Defines AI governance standards, controls and assurance approaches.
• Leads governance forums and advises senior stakeholders on AI risk decisions.
• Oversees risk assessments for AI initiatives and ensures remediation.
• Builds capability through guidance, training and artefacts.
• Acts as authority for audits, regulatory requests and industry developments in AI governance.

Skills

Subject matter expertise

Strategic thinking

Influencing skills

Proven track record

Digital fluency

Process understanding

Job description

Intact Insurance is the new name for RSA in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe. It’s a new name and a new way to do business. Backed by global expertise and a commitment to service that feels different, we’re focused on making insurance simpler, faster, and more responsive.

Shape the future:

We’re leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

Grow with us:

We’re customer-driven, community-focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you’re early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

Win as a Team:

The role is a recognised authority and thought leader in their professional discipline. They define and lead strategic initiatives, shape practices, and drive innovation across the function or business.

You’ll make an impact by:

Serves as the organisation’s primary subject matter authority with accountability for defining discipline standards, methodologies, and technical direction. Shapes enterprise-wide practices and acts as the final point of escalation for complex or high risk issues.

• Defines AI governance standards, controls and assurance approaches (model risk, data governance, ethics)
• Leads cross-functional governance forums and advises senior stakeholders on AI risk decisions
• Oversees risk assessments for AI initiatives and ensures remediation actions are delivered
• Builds organisational capability through guidance, training and reusable artefacts
• Acts as subject-matter authority for audits, regulatory requests and industry developments in AI governance

Your skills and experience:

• Deep subject-matter expertise; recognised authority in own discipline with broad understanding of related areas.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving; able to create new approaches and methodologies.
• Strong influencing and communication skills; able to engage senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Proven record of leading high-impact initiatives and delivering long-term value.
• Digital fluency and ability to leverage technology for innovation.
• Solid understanding of functional processes and ability to apply judgement within defined policies.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Being part of our team means you’ll have the support and freedom to bring your best self to work each day. As a permanent member, here’s what you can look forward to

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options
• Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture + employee networks
• Share investment options

Our DEI Commitment:

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work–life balance.

If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.