CLS Group · 3 weeks ago
AI Specialist
Iselin, New Jersey, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $180K/yrCLS is the trusted party at the centre of the global FX ecosystem, making FX safer and more cost-effective. The AI Specialist will support the evolution and maintenance of CLS’s technology strategy, ensuring AI solutions align with business goals and collaborating with various teams to implement AI use cases.
Data ManagementFinancial ServicesRisk Management
Responsibilities
Remaining current in the AI domain from a technology perspective, including toolsets, platforms, and frameworks, and providing regular insights to the AI Committee and CLS leadership
Providing technical guidance on the development and execution of AI solutions to support CLS’s business strategy
Collaborating with the AI Governance Officer and business stakeholders to identify and prioritize AI use cases
Developing training and communications to improve AI awareness across technology and business teams
Supporting AI-related project design and delivery, including assessments of third-party vendors and tooling for each use case
Working closely with the solution architecture and engineering teams to ensure that AI solutions are technically sound and aligned with CLS architecture standards
Participating in troubleshooting and incident resolution processes related to AI technologies
Supporting AI governance during project execution, including technical controls and compliance with CLS risk standards
Qualification
Required
Prior experience in technology strategy, innovation, or architecture roles, ideally with exposure to AI, machine learning, and emerging technologies
Strong understanding of the evolving AI ecosystem and emerging technologies relevant to the financial services industry
Familiarity with AI frameworks and toolsets including cloud-based ML platforms, open-source libraries, and vendor ecosystems
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing AI architectures or integrating AI products
Ability to evaluate third-party solutions and provide recommendations based on performance, integration complexity, and risk
Solid understanding of regulatory expectations and industry frameworks such as NIST AI RMF, UK/EU AI Act, and ISO standards
Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work across business and technology functions
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Passion for responsible AI innovation and a continuous learning mindset
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
Preferred
Relevant technical certifications in architecture, cloud, or AI/ML platforms are desirable
Knowledge of AI governance frameworks and technology risk standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) is highly desirable
Benefits
Holiday - UK/Asia: 25 holiday days and 3 ‘life days’ (in addition to bank holidays). US: 23 holiday days.
2 paid volunteer days so that you can actively support causes within your community that are important to you.
Generous parental leave policies to ensure you can enjoy valuable time with your family.
Parental transition coaching programmes and support services.
Wellbeing and mental health support resources to ensure you are looking after yourself, and able to support others.
Employee Networks (including our Women’s Forum, Black Employee Network and Pride Network) in support of our organisational commitment to embrace and always be learning more about inclusivity.
Hybrid working to promote a healthy work/life balance, enabling employees to work collaboratively in the office when needed and work from home when they don’t.
Active support of flexible working for all employees where possible.
Monthly ‘Heads Down Days’ with no meetings across the whole company.
Generous non-contributory pension provision for UK/Asia employees, and 401K match from CLS for US employees.
Private medical insurance and dental coverage.
Social events that give you opportunities to meet new people and broaden your network across the organisation.
Annual flu vaccinations.
Discounts and savings and cashback across a wide range of categories including health and retail for UK employees.
Discounted Gym membership – Complete Body Gym Discount/Sweat equity program for US employees.
All employees have access to Discover – our comprehensive learning platform with 1000+ courses from LinkedIn Learning.
Access to frequent development sessions on a number of topics to help you be successful and develop your career at CLS.
Company
CLS Group
CLS Group provides settlement, processing, and data solutions that reduce risk and deliver efficiency.
Founded in 2002
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marc Bayle de Jessé
Chief Executive Officer
Ash O.
HR Business Partner
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