Senior AI Ethics and Compliance Officer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybride; NZD 128 000 - 225 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Queenstown, ZA, seeks a Senior AI Ethics and Compliance Officer to bolster AI development and deployment practices in a leading AI company. You will develop ethics frameworks, conduct risk assessments, and guide product, legal, and engineering teams to embed responsible AI throughout the organization.

This hybrid role offers in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. Ideal candidates hold a master’s degree and 5+ years in compliance or AI ethics, with knowledge of POPIA and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Law, Ethics, Public Policy, Computer Science or related field with a focus on AI ethics and regulation.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or legal roles, with substantial AI/tech ethics work.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their ethical, societal, and legal implications.
• Familiarity with data protection regulations (e.g., POPIA) and AI-specific legislation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across legal, product and engineering teams.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments of AI systems to identify and mitigate ethical and compliance issues, including bias and fairness concerns.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations related to AI, data privacy, and algorithmic transparency.
• Provide expert advice and training to internal stakeholders on AI ethics, responsible AI practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with legal, product management, and engineering teams to integrate ethical considerations into the AI development lifecycle.
• Monitor industry best practices and emerging trends in AI ethics and compliance.
• Investigate and resolve ethical concerns raised by internal or external parties.
• Prepare reports and present findings on AI ethics and compliance status to senior management.
• Contribute to the development of responsible AI communication strategies.

Connaissances

AI ethics knowledge

Explainable AI

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Formation

Master's degree or equivalent in Law/Ethics/Public Policy/CS (AI ethics focus)

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the AI and Emerging Technologies industry, is seeking an experienced Senior AI Ethics and Compliance Officer to bolster their operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA . This vital role ensures that the company's AI development and deployment practices adhere to the highest ethical standards and comply with all relevant regulations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing AI ethics frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance to development teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of AI technologies, ethical principles, legal requirements, and risk management. You will collaborate closely with legal, product, and engineering teams to embed responsible AI practices throughout the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the ethical advancement of artificial intelligence in a growing market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments of AI systems to identify and mitigate ethical and compliance issues, including bias and fairness concerns.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations related to AI, data privacy, and algorithmic transparency.
• Provide expert advice and training to internal stakeholders on AI ethics, responsible AI practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with legal, product management, and engineering teams to integrate ethical considerations into the AI development lifecycle.
• Monitor industry best practices and emerging trends in AI ethics and compliance.
• Investigate and resolve ethical concerns raised by internal or external parties.
• Prepare reports and present findings on AI ethics and compliance status to senior management.
• Contribute to the development of responsible AI communication strategies.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Law, Ethics, Public Policy, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on AI ethics and regulation.
• 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or legal roles, with a significant portion dedicated to AI or technology ethics.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts and their ethical, societal, and legal implications.
• Knowledge of ethical frameworks, bias detection methods, fairness metrics, and explainable AI (XAI).
• Familiarity with relevant data protection regulations (e.g., POPIA) and AI-specific legislation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Experience in policy development and implementation is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within a leading AI company.
• This hybrid role, based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , offers a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Join us in shaping the future of responsible AI.