Senior AI Ethics and Compliance Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a senior AI Ethics and Compliance Lead to shape responsible AI initiatives across the organization. You will establish ethical guidelines, governance procedures, and robust compliance frameworks for all AI programs.

You will collaborate with legal, product, and engineering teams to manage risk, conduct bias audits, and monitor evolving global regulations, ensuring trust, accountability, and sustainable AI deployment in our local and global operations.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in relevant field as required.
• Significant experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology compliance; leadership preferred.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML principles, societal impacts, and global regulatory landscapes.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas and drive consensus in a corporate Sandton setting.

Responsibilities

• Establish AI ethics policies, standards, and governance procedures.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and bias audits for AI systems and data.
• Advise legal, product, and engineering teams on ethical implications and compliance requirements.
• Develop training programs on responsible AI for employees.
• Monitor evolving global AI regulations and best practices for compliance.

Skills

AI ethics

Risk assessments

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Advanced degree in Law, Ethics, Public Policy, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and influential Senior AI Ethics and Compliance Lead to join their team in Sandton. This vital role will oversee the development and implementation of robust ethical guidelines and compliance frameworks for all AI initiatives within the organization. You will be instrumental in ensuring that our AI technologies are developed and deployed responsibly, transparently, and in alignment with legal, regulatory, and societal expectations. This is a strategic position for an individual passionate about fostering trust and accountability in the rapidly evolving field of AI & Emerging Technologies, ensuring our operations in Sandton and beyond are exemplary.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain comprehensive AI ethics policies, standards, and governance procedures.
• Conduct thorough ethical risk assessments and bias audits for AI systems and data.
• Advise legal, product, and engineering teams on ethical implications and compliance requirements.
• Develop training programs and awareness initiatives on responsible AI for employees.
• Monitor evolving global AI regulations and best practices, ensuring organizational compliance.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Law, Ethics, Public Policy, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Significant experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology compliance, preferably in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML principles, potential societal impacts, and global regulatory landscapes.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas and drive consensus in a corporate setting in Sandton.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Significant influence on the company's responsible AI strategy and practices.
• Opportunities for leadership development and engagement with industry-wide ethical discussions.
• A dynamic and professional work environment at the heart of Sandton 's business district.
• Contribution to ensuring the ethical and sustainable advancement of AI technologies.