Vanguard · 1 month ago
Associate General Counsel, Artificial Intelligence
Malvern, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expVanguard is a leading investment management company focused on the long-term financial wellbeing of its clients. They are seeking an AI Associate Counsel to serve as a subject matter expert on legal and regulatory issues related to AI, managing legal risks while enabling responsible AI adoption across various functions.
FinanceFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Interpret and synthesize cross-jurisdictional legal advice re: AI laws and regulations and their impact on Vanguard’s business activities and operations ((e.g., EU AI Act, Colorado AI Act)
Serve as Legal’s subject matter expert (“SME”) on requirements under Vanguard’s Enterprise AI Governance Policy and related policies, standards, and procedures
Collaborate with and advise senior managers to help set the strategy for AI adoption, including whether and under what circumstances Vanguard should develop AI Systems subject to these requirements
Develop and maintain AI governance frameworks and “guardrails” for the responsible use of AI Systems, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, as well as Vanguard’s policies and AI Ethics Principles
Monitor, analyze, and respond to legislative and regulatory developments relevant to the development and use of AI Systems, particularly those related to financial services and asset management
Develop standardized contract templates and terms related to AI in vendor agreements; review and negotiate contracts with AI vendors, focusing on data usage, IP rights, liability, and indemnification clauses
Ensure third-party AI tools meet firm standards for security, ethics, and regulatory compliance
Participate in Enterprise AI System review process to identify, mitigate, and document key risks and considerations related to AI Systems; Advise Enterprise stakeholders, including Risk and IT, on legal considerations tied to proposed use of AI Systems
Partner with Legal and Compliance stakeholders on AI System capabilities, and assist in their efforts to account for Division-specific risks and obligations
Implement controls for AI model training, data governance, and algorithmic transparency
Draft and update internal policies on AI procurement, development, and acceptable use
Advise on procedures that will operationalize Enterprise AI Governance Policy and related Policies
Conduct periodic reviews of AI-related practices to identify gaps and align with evolving regulations
Work closely with IT, Divisional Legal and Compliance representatives and others to integrate AI responsibly into products and services
Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on legal implications of AI adoption
Qualification
Required
Education: J.D. degree and active bar membership in relevant jurisdiction
Minimum 10 years in technology law, preferably within financial services or asset management
Familiarity with AI governance, data protection laws, and financial regulations
Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning concepts, and their application in investment management
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear legal guidance
Preferred
Knowledge of AI ethics frameworks and responsible AI principles
Experience with legal tech platforms (e.g., HarveyAI, Kira Systems, LawGeex)
Comfort working in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
Company
Vanguard
Check is a client-owned investment company that offers low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services.
Founded in 1975Kelayres, Pennsylvania, USA
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
ic@3401
2017-03-31Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Salim Ramji
Chief Executive Officer
Andrew Maack
Principal, Head of US Equity Index Portfolio Management
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