AI Governance Leader

phData is seeking an AI Governance Leader to join their Advisory team. The AI Governance Leader will help enterprise clients identify AI governance gaps and design scalable, responsible governance programs that balance value realization and risk management.

Requirements

• 10+ years in AI/Data ecosystem assessment, multi-stakeholder program leadership, and advising senior executives on AI or data governance
• Demonstrated experience designing governance frameworks: risk tiering, model risk management, platform/tool approval processes
• Operating model design experience: roles, RACIs, governance bodies for data, analytics, or AI organizations
• Strong understanding of AI/GenAI concepts including model types, agentic workflows, and enterprise use cases
• Familiarity with AI governance standards: NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act, ISO/IEC 42001
• Working knowledge of data platforms and AI ecosystems (Snowflake, AWS, Claude, etc.) and how governance is implemented in practice
• Proven consulting delivery skills: problem framing, hypothesis-driven analysis, compelling executive-ready deliverables
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills; ability to translate complex governance concepts for business audiences
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and build cross-functional consensus
• Bachelor's degree; ability to travel as required by client commitments

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion
• Equal opportunity employer
• Accommodation for disability