AI Governance Specialist

Intact Insurance; Horsham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Intact Insurance is seeking a recognised authority to lead AI governance and strategic initiatives across the organisation. You will define discipline standards, methodologies and technical direction, and act as the final escalation point for complex or high‑risk AI issues.

You will influence senior leaders, oversee risk assessments, and build organisational capability through guidance, training and reusable artefacts while staying aligned with industry developments in AI governance.

Qualifications

• Deep subject-matter expertise in AI governance and risk management.
• Strategic thinker able to develop new approaches and methodologies.
• Strong influencing and communication skills with senior stakeholders.
• Proven track record leading high-impact, value-generating initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Define AI governance standards, controls and assurance approaches.
• Lead cross-functional governance forums and advise senior stakeholders.
• Oversee AI risk assessments and ensure remediation actions are delivered.
• Build organisational capability through guidance, training and artefacts.
• Act as SMT authority for audits, regulatory requests and industry developments.

Skills

Subject-matter expert

Strategic thinking

Influencing skills

Project leadership

Digital fluency

Policy understanding

Job description

Role Purpose:

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

In this role, 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.
• Solidunderstanding of functional processes and ability to apply judgement within defined policies

Win as a Team

As someone who is already part of the team you know we support you to shape the future, win as a team and grow with us, and we are delighted you have decided to continue your career journey with Intact.

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 employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

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