AI Risk Oversight Assistant Manager (Fintech)

TL;DR

AI Risk Oversight Assistant Manager (Fintech): Assisting in the execution of risk reviews and the development of assurance controls for AI systems within the Model Risk Office with an accent on AI governance frameworks and regulatory alignment. Focus on monitoring AI system usage, identifying risks across the lifecycle, and communicating technical risk findings to internal stakeholders.

Location: Must be based in the UK and able to work in a hybrid model (at least 40% of time in Halifax, Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Leeds offices).

Salary: £57,150–£85,725

Company

A major British financial institution committed to building the future of finance through inclusive and diverse banking practices.

What you will do

• Support oversight reviews on AI systems to identify risks and evaluate control effectiveness.
• Monitor AI system usage and flag governance gaps or critical issues.
• Contribute to the documentation and communication of AI risk issues to internal stakeholders.
• Track AI-related regulatory updates and support impact assessments.
• Align AI oversight activities with model governance and technology risk processes.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in model risk, AI governance, compliance, or technology risk.
• Foundational understanding of AI/ML and GenAI risks across different lifecycle stages.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with second-line risk functions or oversight roles.
• Must be able to work from one of the specified UK office sites at least 40% of the time.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with security risk concepts like data leakage and adversarial threats.
• Knowledge of global AI regulations such as the EU AI Act and GDPR.
• Exposure to AI monitoring platforms like Vertex AI or LLMOps.
• Understanding of ethical AI topics including fairness and accountability.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with an annual performance-related bonus.
• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Flex benefits cash pot (4% of basic salary).
• Private health cover and share schemes.
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and generous parental leave policies.