Remote Lead AI Governance & Risk Specialist

Alliance Data Systems, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Bread Financial is seeking a Lead - AI Governance Risk Specialist to identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks across the organization. You will ensure regulatory and ethical alignment, support governance programs, and partner with legal, privacy, risk, and technology teams to drive responsible AI adoption.

The role emphasizes governance, testing, monitoring, and effective communication to executives and stakeholders, with in-office and remote work options and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, 8–10 years in risk management or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in data management, information security, or risk management, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AI risk assessments and governance reviews of AI systems, tools, apps, and third-party solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and update AI governance policies and risk-based approval processes.
• Develop AI governance metrics and reporting materials for executive and board discussions.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Business Change Management

Business Communications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Management, Information security, or Risk Management

Job description

Bread Financial is seeking a Lead - AI Governance Risk Specialist to identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks across the organization. You will ensure regulatory and ethical alignment, support governance programs, and partner with legal, privacy, risk, and technology teams to drive responsible AI adoption.

The role emphasizes governance, testing, monitoring, and effective communication to executives and stakeholders, with in-office and remote work options and travel as needed.