AI Governance & Microsoft 365 Lead

NXTminds; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NXTminds is seeking a pragmatic AI Governance & Microsoft 365 Lead to establish a practical governance framework, manage risk, and enable sustainable adoption. You will work with the IT Manager to define policies, controls and a clear roadmap for Copilot usage across the organisation of around 100 people.

The role emphasizes hands-on governance, strategic thinking, and the ability to translate technical complexity into business outcomes, with focus on security, data protection and responsible

Qualifications

• Senior IT management or advisory background.
• Hands-on AI governance expertise with practical outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 Copilot, Entra ID and Purview; information security.
• Familiarity with GDPR, EU AI Act and responsible AI practices.

Responsibilities

• Assess current Copilot usage, permissions and security risks.
• Develop a practical AI governance framework covering acceptable use, data protection and accountability.
• Prepare implementation in close collaboration with the existing IT Manager.
• Identify and validate 2–3 high-value Copilot use cases.
• Provide practical AI guidelines and support employee awareness and adoption.

Skills

AI governance

Copilot & 365 Copilot

IT leadership

Information security

GDPR & EU AI Act

Strategic thinking

Hands-on

Tools

Entra ID

Purview

Job description

We are looking for a pragmatic, hands-on AI Governance & Microsoft 365 Lead to help an organisation take the next step in its AI journey. Microsoft Copilot is already in use, but clear governance, security guidelines and structured adoption require further attention.

Working closely with the existing IT Manager, you will develop a practical AI governance framework and prepare its implementation. The IT Manager retains full ownership of the IT organisation, operational responsibilities and long-term governance. Your role is to provide specialist expertise, establish clear frameworks and enable a smooth handover for sustainable adoption.

This is a focused assignment, not a large-scale transformation programme. Success requires strong IT (management) experience, sound judgement and the ability to deliver practical results without unnecessary complexity.

About the organisation

Our client operates in a professional, technology-enabled environment where efficiency, collaboration and responsible innovation are key. The organisation is looking to strengthen its approach to AI without introducing unnecessary complexity, focusing on a scope of around 100 people. Decision-making is pragmatic, with an emphasis on tangible outcomes and sustainable improvements.

What are you going to do?

• Assess current Microsoft 365 Copilot usage, permissions and security risks.
• Develop a practical AI governance framework covering acceptable use, data protection and accountability.
• Prepare implementation in close collaboration with the existing IT Manager.
• Identify and validate 2–3 high-value Copilot use cases.
• Provide practical AI guidelines and support employee awareness and adoption.
• Deliver a concise roadmap and structured handover to the IT Manager for long-term ownership.

We are looking for:

• Senior IT management or advisory background with hands-on AI governance expertise.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 Copilot, Entra ID, Purview and information security.
• Familiarity with GDPR, the EU AI Act and responsible AI practices.
• Proven ability to translate technical complexity into practical business solutions.
• Collaborative, independent and comfortable working alongside existing IT leadership.
• Strong AI literacy and experience with AI automation are an advantage.

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Interview with client

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