AI Governance Lead

Job Description:

Job Title: AI Governance Lead

Corporate Title: Assistant Vice President

Location: Birmingham

As part of the Automation Platforms function this Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance Lead role will play a pivotal part in ensuring our environments meet evolving requirements around risk, stability, and regulatory compliance. You will join an established team and take the lead on key deliverables that enhance the Artificial Intelligence solutions and support responsible AI practices across the organization.

As part of this role, you will be accountable for ensuring that AI systems are developed and deployed responsibly. You’ll serve as the governance bridge translating technical complexity into clear, auditable documentation, aligning with regulatory standards like the European Union (EU) AI Act, and ensuring transparency through regular engagement with auditors and oversight bodies.

What we’ll offer you

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its centre.

You can expect:  

• Hybrid Working - we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits
• The opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days’ volunteering leave per year

Your key responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between the AI team and internal/external governance forums
• Prepare, maintain, and present documentation for AI governance meetings. Translate technical artifacts into clear, auditable documentation
• Interface with auditors to ensure transparency and compliance of AI systems
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for AI use cases, models, and processes
• Ensure alignment with the EU AI Act and other relevant regulatory frameworks
• Support the development of internal policies and best practices for responsible AI

Your skills and experience

• Solid understanding of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data science concepts
• Strong knowledge of the EU AI Act and other AI-related regulatory frameworks
• Experience working with auditors, governance bodies, or regulatory compliance teams
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to translate technical content into accessible formats
• A degree from an accredited institution with a focus in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline or equivalent experience
• Comfortable working with Agile Software Development Life Cycle processes and tools

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• We value diversity and as an equal opportunities’ employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g. screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards)

Please note the expected salary for some roles may be below the minimum level requirements to support candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK. Should you already have a Skilled Worker visa and are identified for a role, we can discuss and support you with the process

About us

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Click here to see what we do.

Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 for five consecutive years. Additionally, we have been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for our work supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.