Director Of Ai Ethics, Governance & Compliance

Finastra

Multiple Locations
Hybrid
Ai governance framework development
Regulatory compliance for ai
Legal risk assessment for ai
Finastra is seeking a Director of AI Ethics, Governance & Compliance to lead the responsible use of AI within the organization, ensuring alignment with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor degree and extensive experience in AI governance, regulatory compliance, and technology law, particularly in highly regulated industries. This hybrid role offers comprehensive benefits, including unlimited vacation and a focus on employee well-being and career development

Job Summary

  • The Director of AI Strategy, Ethics & Governance will serve as Finastra’s senior legal and compliance authority on responsible AI, ensuring alignment with global regulatory expectations and enterprise ethical standards.
  • This role involves developing and maintaining a comprehensive AI governance framework, advising executive leadership, and collaborating across legal, technology, risk, and compliance functions.
  • Finastra offers flexible working arrangements, well-being programs, DEI initiatives, career development opportunities, and a global recognition program to support employee growth and engagement.

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Finastra is seeking a Director of AI Ethics, Governance & Compliance to lead the responsible use of AI within the organization, ensuring alignment with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor degree and extensive experience in AI governance, regulatory compliance, and technology law, particularly in highly regulated industries. This hybrid role offers comprehensive benefits, including unlimited vacation and a focus on employee well-being and career development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AI governance framework development
  • Regulatory compliance for AI
  • Legal risk assessment for AI
  • Data privacy and protection laws
  • Cross-functional leadership in AI
  • AI ethical risk management

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in regulated industries
  • Hands-on AI/ML development familiarity
  • Financial services regulatory knowledge
  • Leadership of governance or compliance functions
  • AI governance training delivery
  • Global stakeholder engagement

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree
  • Active bar membership in US jurisdiction
  • Experience in regulatory, technology, or AI law
  • Proven advisory experience on AI regulatory frameworks
  • Knowledge of GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA
  • Legal expertise in technology contracts
  • Experience in risk or compliance-heavy industries

Work Rights

Must be located outside New York City and California; active US bar membership required

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