AI Governance Lead

NES Fircroft; Bærum; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid pension and insurance coverage

Well-being

Remote work flexibility

Young Solutioneers network

Job summary

Aker Solutions seeks an AI Governance Lead to advance safe, responsible AI across the organization, reporting to the AI & Governance team in Oslo. You will define governance processes, engage with Legal, Compliance, Privacy, IT, Security, and Risk, and lead the Responsible AI Advisory Board to scale governance.

This role focuses on establishing lifecycle governance, aligning with EU AI Act and GDPR expectations, and turning governance frameworks into day-to-day operations that support

Qualifications

• Experience designing or operationalising governance frameworks.
• Experience in governance, risk, compliance roles within large organisations.
• Fluent English communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess current AI governance landscape, identify gaps, and establish scalable governance operating model.
• Define and implement governance processes, standards and decision-making structures for AI.
• Lead and facilitate the Responsible AI Advisory Board with Legal, Compliance, Privacy, IT, Security, Procurement and Risk teams.
• Evaluate and implement governance tools and systems embedding governance into daily operations.
• Establish governance requirements across the AI lifecycle, including data, vendor, security and risk considerations.
• Provide guidance to drive adoption of Responsible AI principles across business units.
• Monitor governance maturity and shape how emerging AI technologies are governed.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Governance

AI governance

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Would you like to be part of a team seeking to transform the energy sector?

At Aker Solutions we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future.

We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today!

Artificial intelligence is changing how we design, engineer and operate complex energy infrastructure. At Aker Solutions, we turn the possibilities of AI into real-world impact by integrating advanced technology across systems, disciplines and industrial workflows, where reliability, scale and measurable results matter.

We are now looking for an AI Governance Lead to join our team in our Oslo offices.

Join us in developing practical AI solutions that help our people make better decisions, work more efficiently and solve some of the energy industry’s most complex challenges. You will become part of a collaborative environment where domain expertise, data and technology come together to build solutions designed for the real world.

What will you be doing?

• Assess Aker Solutions' current AI governance landscape, identify gaps, and establish a scalable governance operating model that enables safe and responsible AI adoption across the organisation
• Define and implement practical governance processes, frameworks, standards and ways of working for AI, ensuring clear ownership, accountability and decision-making structures
• Lead and facilitate the Responsible AI Advisory Board, working closely with teams across Legal, Compliance, Privacy, IT, Security, Procurement and Risk
• Evaluate and help implement governance tools and systems that embed governance into daily operations, moving from manual processes and documentation towards scalable, system-supported ways of working
• Establish governance requirements across the AI lifecycle, including data, vendor, security and risk considerations, while ensuring alignment with existing enterprise governance practices
• Provide guidance and influence stakeholders across business units to drive consistent adoption of Responsible AI principles, governance standards and regulatory expectations
• Monitor governance maturity, support continuous improvement initiatives, and help shape how Aker Solutions governs emerging AI technologies, including agentic AI solutions

We think you should have:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in business, technology, law, engineering or a related field. Relevant professional experience may compensate for a lack of formal education
• Experience from governance, risk, compliance, operating model, enterprise transformation, data governance or technology governance roles within complex organisations
• Proven experience designing, implementing or operationalising governance frameworks, operating models, controls or enterprise-wide processes that drive business adoption
• An interest in AI governance and Responsible AI, combined with an understanding of how governance, risk and compliance considerations apply to AI-enabled solutions
• Knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR) is an advantage
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across technical, business and corporate functions without direct authority
• Experience evaluating, implementing or improving governance processes, platforms or systems, with a pragmatic focus on turning frameworks into day-to-day operations
• Fluent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What we offer:

At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well-being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally. Some of them are:

• Solid pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive pension, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well-being today and in the future.
• Well-being: Enjoy access to free fitness facilities, sport groups and equipment rental, and a variety of cabins for rent.
• Remote work flexibility: Work from home up to two days per week, offering you the convenience and work/life balance you need.
• Vibrant Young Professional network: Connect, grow and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers.

Background checks are conducted as part of our recruitment process on all final candidates for all roles. Furthermore, depending on the role, a risk assessment including an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries where relevant may be carried out in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, clients and company requirements.

To protect your privacy, we kindly ask that you submit your application through our recruitment portal.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Aker Solutions, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity fuels creativity and innovation, making it a key competitive advantage. We embrace all aspects of diversity, including disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and more. We have experience with accommodating various needs and are always open to finding solutions that suit you. We encourage everyone to apply and are here to support you throughout the recruitment process.

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,800 people in 13 countries.