AI Assurance/Validation Practice Lead

Job description

AI Assurance/Validation Practice Leader

AI Assurance/AI Validation

Financial Services

To 175k base + equity

London

An exceptional opportunity for a AI Assurance leader to join a global leader in AI

Leading the AI Assurance and Validation capability across Financial Services you will build and lead the team, lead across GTM capability and drive revenue. Create value around model validation and 2nd line Defence.

This is a unique career defining role where you will shape and develop the capability.

Essential criteria

• You bring a strong technical background in model risk management, specifically in validating AI and machine learning applications within financial services
• You possess a deep understanding of financial risks and can articulate how AI impacts and mitigates these challenges
• You have proven commercial acumen and an entrepreneurial drive to craft new propositions in the growing AI governance market
• You have an excellent grasp of financial regulations and can credibly engage with auditors, law firms, and regulators regarding global legislation
• You are convinced of the value proposition for AI to automate and improve second-line risk processes, audit workflows, and legal services
• You are a compelling communicator who thrives on building trust with senior stakeholders and navigating complex technical conversations with clarity

Ideally you will have a balance of both consulting/si and industry experience, this will have been gained in Financial Services/Banking/Risk Management. In addition you will be CXO/CIO credible with solid Commercial/GTM experience.

This role is not focused on Compliance/Policy or Risk Management/Modelling.

Reporting to the head of professional services, a truly unique role with a global AI Leader.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-08-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English