Deputy Director, AI Risk Management Supervision

Monetary Authority of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A central banking authority in Singapore is looking for an experienced professional to lead the supervision of AI risk management in the banking sector. The role involves overseeing the implementation of supervisory frameworks, managing a team, and engaging with stakeholders in finance and government on AI-related matters. Ideal candidates should have experience in financial supervision, strong leadership abilities, and a relevant degree in fields such as Computer Science or Finance.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial supervision or risk management required.
• Prior leadership skills managing teams and complex projects are advantageous.
• Deep understanding of AI and machine learning technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of frameworks for AI risk management.
• Work on policy and regulatory issues across the finance sector.
• Lead reviews of AI models in banks.
• Drive research on emerging AI trends and risks in finance.

Skills

Experience in financial supervision or risk management

Leadership skills

Understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning

Analytical and strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement experience

Education

Relevant degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, or similar

Job description

What the role is:

You may be required to lead a team focused on supervision of AI risk management for the banking sector.

What you will be working on:

• Oversee the development and implementation of supervisory frameworks and approaches for AI risk management.
• Work on both broad and technical policy and regulatory issues across the finance sector relating to all aspects of AI.
• Coordinate with whole-of-government agencies on AI related matters that impact the financial sector.
• Work on standards-setting work at international bodies related to AI risk management in finance.
• Provide expert guidance on AI-related technical matters to other MAS stakeholders outside of banking supervision.
• Lead supervisory reviews of AI models and systems in banks.
• Work with departments in MAS overseeing development of AI in finance.
• Drive research and analysis on emerging AI trends, risks, and mitigation techniques relevant to finance.
• Oversee the development and delivery of training programs on AI risk and governance.
• Manage team resources, project timelines, and deliverables.

What we are looking for:

• Experience in financial supervision or risk management.
• Prior leadership skills with experience managing teams and complex projects will be advantageous.
• Deep understanding of artificial intelligence, machine learning technologies, data science.
• Experience in policy development or governance, particularly related to AI.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement across industry and government bodies.
• Relevant degrees in fields like Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, or a related highly quantitative field.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About Monetary Authority of Singapore

MAS is the central bank of Singapore. Our mission is to promote sustained non‑inflationary economic growth, and a sound and progressive financial centre.