AI Ethics & Compliance Officer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote position

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an AI Ethics & Compliance Officer to lead governance for AI initiatives in a fully remote NZ-focused team. You will craft policies, perform audits, and guide product teams on regulatory requirements throughout the AI lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have a law/ethics/policy or CS background with 4+ years in compliance or advisory roles in tech/AI, plus strong privacy knowledge and remote communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Ethics, Policy, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years in compliance, risk management, legal, or ethical advisory roles, preferably tech/AI.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, machine learning, and societal impacts.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws (POPIA, GDPR) and emerging AI regulations.
• Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct audits and assessments of AI systems for compliance with ethical and legal requirements.
• Monitor AI development for biases, fairness, and privacy concerns.
• Advise development teams on ethical considerations and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve ethics/compliance issues related to AI systems.
• Stay current with trends in AI ethics, regulation, and responsible AI practices.

Skills

AI ethics

Regulatory compliance

Data privacy

Risk assessment

Auditing

Policy development

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/ Ethics/ Policy/ CS or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a principled and detail-oriented AI Ethics & Compliance Officer to join their fully remote team. This role is paramount in ensuring that all artificial intelligence initiatives are conducted with the highest ethical standards and in strict adherence to global and local regulations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive AI governance frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, and compliance protocols. This is a vital position for safeguarding the company's reputation and ensuring responsible innovation in the rapidly evolving field of AI, requiring strong collaboration across dispersed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of AI systems to ensure compliance with ethical guidelines and legal requirements.
• Monitor AI development processes for potential biases, fairness issues, and privacy concerns.
• Advise development teams on ethical considerations and regulatory requirements throughout the AI lifecycle.
• Investigate and resolve any ethical or compliance issues that arise related to AI systems.
• Stay current with emerging trends in AI ethics, regulation, and responsible AI practices worldwide.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Ethics, Policy, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience (4+ years) in compliance, risk management, legal, or ethical advisory roles, preferably with a focus on technology or AI.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, machine learning, and their potential societal impacts.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws (e.g., POPIA, GDPR) and emerging AI regulations.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for effective remote engagement and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote position offering extensive flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape ethical AI practices in a growing field.
• Professional development support and training opportunities.
• Be a key player in ensuring responsible AI development and deployment.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture focused on integrity.