Lead AI Ethics and Governance Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office setup allowance

Remote work support

Professional development

Global impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to establish and oversee a comprehensive AI governance framework. This remote role focuses on responsible, fair, and compliant AI development and deployment across the organization.

You will develop policies, conduct risk assessments, and drive global governance initiatives, collaborating with legal, compliance, engineering, and product teams to embed ethical considerations into roadmaps and operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in AI ethics, governance, or risk management.
• Deep understanding of AI tech and societal impact.
• Experience designing policies and global governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee AI ethics policies and guidelines.
• Conduct AI impact assessments and risk analyses.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, engineering, and product teams.
• Lead training and promote ethical AI practices.
• Advise on ethical considerations for new AI technologies.

Skills

AI ethics

Governance

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Lead AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to establish and oversee their AI governance framework. This fully remote position is critical for ensuring that our client's AI development and deployment practices are responsible, fair, and compliant with evolving global standards. You will lead initiatives to develop policies, conduct risk assessments, and implement ethical guidelines across all AI projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of AI technologies, ethical principles, and regulatory landscapes. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of responsible AI development from a strategic, global perspective.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics policies, guidelines, and best practices across the organization.
• Conduct AI impact assessments and risk analyses to identify and mitigate potential ethical and societal risks.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, engineering, and product teams to ensure responsible AI development and deployment.
• Stay informed about global regulations, standards, and emerging trends in AI ethics and governance.
• Lead training programs and foster a culture of ethical AI awareness within the company.
• Advise on ethical considerations for new AI technologies and product roadmaps.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as Law, Ethics, Public Policy, Computer Science, or Philosophy.
• 7+ years of experience in AI ethics, governance, risk management, or a related field, with a focus on emerging technologies.
• Deep understanding of AI technologies, machine learning principles, and their societal implications.
• Proven ability to develop and implement complex policies and frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a global, cross-functional environment, preferably in a remote-first setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous home office setup allowance and remote work support.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership.
• A chance to set the standard for responsible AI practices on a global scale.