Senior AI Governance Lead

Senior AI Governance Lead (f/m/x)

As the AI Governance Lead, you will be at the forefront of running and operating RBI's AI governance framework. Working within our AI Center of Excellence, you will lead the development and implementation of governance solutions that ensure responsible AI deployment across our organization. You will manage the AI Committee (AICO), drive regulatory compliance, curate a high-quality catalog of AI use cases, and turn governance insights into action across Central and Eastern Europe.

If you are passionate about AI governance, people, structuring knowledge, and establishing the most impactful AI governance initiatives, this role is for you.

Your mission at RBI:

• Develop and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and procedures aligned with EU AI Act, GDPR, DORA, and banking requirements
• Design and apply AI risk assessment methods, compliance processes, and governance standards for AI initiatives
• Build and maintain model registries, use‑case catalogues, risk matrices, and governance documentation for reuse
• Manage the AI Committee (AICO) and facilitate cross‑functional working groups with business, risk, IT, and legal stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal audit, regulatory affairs, and external auditors to support audit readiness and follow‑up on findings
• Assess the impact of emerging AI technologies on governance and adapt controls or processes as needed
  Engage with external partners, regulators, and industry groups to align practices and share learnings

Your core competencies:

• Demonstrated knowledge of EU AI Act, GDPR, DORA and related supervisory expectations for financial services
• Experience with regulatory examinations, audit processes, and supervisory reporting in banking environments
• Familiarity with AI ethics, algorithmic accountability, and the AI/ML lifecycle (development, validation, deployment, monitoring, decommissioning)
• Practical experience with AI governance tools: model registries, risk assessment frameworks, and monitoring approaches
• Ability to translate regulatory and risk requirements into implementable business processes and controls, and to balance innovation enablement with risk management and compliance
• Experience managing senior stakeholder relationships, facilitating decision making, and supporting organizational change initiatives across disciplines
  Understanding of financial services business models, risk appetite, and competitive dynamics, combined with facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Nice to Have:

• Advanced degree in Law, Risk Management, Computer Science, or related field; relevant certifications in AI governance, risk, or compliance preferred
• Several years of relevant experience in governance, risk, or compliance roles within financial services
• Demonstrated delivery of governance frameworks or controls in large, complex organizations
  Familiarity with agile practices, change management, or organizational transformation approaches

What´s in it for you:

• Flexible work week: Flexible hours, work-from-home options from Austria, and 30 days/year remote work from any EU country.
• Global community: 75+ nationalities, English as the company language, and work permit support. Find out more about international applications here .
• Career growth: We believe in continuous learning and proactive career development. Take on challenging work that stretches your abilities, attend trainings, and use new technologies to make a lasting impact.
• Stay healthy: Subsidized canteen, well-being programs, check-ups, and sport allowances.
• Save money: Discounts, exclusive banking terms, and a heavily subsidized public transport pass.
• Family support: Child allowances, gender-neutral parental leave, bilingual company kindergarten, and holiday childcare.
• Competitive salary: Starting at EUR gross p.a. including overtime, with market-compliant overpayment based on experience and qualifications. We are happy to discuss your actual salary in person.

If you have questions regarding our application process, feel free to check out our FAQ or our page for international applicants .

Your contact:

Alice Sulzer

Talent Acquisition Team

Build a career where your work truly matters. At Raiffeisen Bank International , with more than 17 million customers across Austria and CEE, it's our people who make the difference. From day one, you'll take responsibility, grow beyond ladders and org charts, and help us deliver lasting value to our customers. We are dedicated to fostering diversity, inclusiveness, and equity — striving to create a culture where every voice is heard and every individual feels valued and respected.

Your benefits at one sight:

Join a team that values your well-being and professional development, offering a variety of benefits to support your success.

Don't just watch your future happen. Make it happen.

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