AI Governance Sr Associate

About this role

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Assurance Management Level Senior Associate Job Description & Summary The Opportunity

As a Senior Associate on the AI Governance team within the Digital Assurance & Technology team, you will focus on developing AI governance frameworks that align with industry standards. As a Senior Associate, you will manage projects that assess governance, risk, and control programs while translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. This role presents a unique opportunity to influence AI practices and drive impactful change within the organization.

In this role, you will be part of our Risk and Compliance team, where you will leverage your skills to analyze complex problems and develop deliverables within client service engagements. You will use a broad range of tools, methodologies, and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems, while upholding professional and technical standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing, all within our Assurance practice.

Responsibilities

• Navigating complex regulatory landscapes to provide risk management solutions for clients
• Building and maintaining meaningful client relationships to understand and anticipate their needs
• Utilizing critical thinking to break down complex concepts and develop actionable insights
• Applying risk governance methodologies to enhance internal controls and mitigate risks
• Interpreting data to inform strategic recommendations and support decision-making processes
• Upholding professional and technical standards in alignment with firm guidelines and independence requirements
• Collaborating with teams to generate innovative ideas and solve regulatory compliance challenges
• Mentoring junior team members to foster their development and enhance team performance

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 2 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics/Statistics, Project/Technology Management
• Applying experience in AI/ML governance, risk, controls, audit, testing, and validation, including awareness of AI lifecycles and leading risk frameworks such as NIST and ISO
• Supporting the design and assessment of AI governance models, policies, standards, and control programs, while translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Demonstrating skills in risk governance within complex environments
• Navigating ambiguity while maintaining professional standards
• Building meaningful client relationships and anticipating needs
• Utilizing critical thinking to break down complex concepts
• Interpreting data to inform insights and recommendations
• Developing a deeper understanding of changing business contexts

Travel Requirements Up to 20% Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $72,000 - $184,440. For residents of Washington state the salary range for this position is: $72,000 - $212,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

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