The Hartford · 5 hours ago
AVP AI Governance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$180K/yr - $269K/yr
15+ years expThe Hartford is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President of AI Governance to lead the strategic development and implementation of comprehensive AI lifecycle frameworks. This role will ensure consistent execution of AI projects while maintaining safety, compliance, and regulatory adherence across the organization.
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No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop AI Lifecycle process for various AI project types: Design and implement lifecycle frameworks for internally built AI solutions, 3rd party AI models, and productivity platform use cases
Risk-Based Differentiation: Create tiered governance approaches based on risk levels, including low-risk self-service paths and high-risk comprehensive review processes
Cross-Functional Integration: Partner with Data & AI organization, CIO, Architecture, SSRE, Legal, Compliance, ERM and Third-Party Risk teams to ensure comprehensive lifecycle coverage
Approval Process Design: Evolve Gen AI review board process
Checkpoint Implementation: Define and implement multiple governance checkpoints with clear governing criteria for each stage
Documentation Standards: Lead the development of comprehensive documentation requirements, reference guides, and alignment to existing policies, standards, and controls
GCP Integration: Integrate AI governance frameworks with Google Cloud Platform services and other enterprise platforms
Oversee the vendor selection and implementation of an AI Governance system, to instrument the AI life cycle activities and signoffs and manage the inventory and AI portfolio reporting
Knowledge Hub Creation: Build and maintain a centralized repository of AI governance resources, best practices, and guidance materials
Process Instrumentation: Implement measurement and tracking systems for governance process effectiveness and adoption
Change Management: Lead organizational change initiatives to drive adoption of AI governance frameworks across business units
Regulatory Alignment: Ensure AI governance frameworks meet current and emerging regulatory requirements, partnering with legal and compliance
Risk Assessment: Develop and maintain risk identification processes and automated approval pathways for appropriate use cases, in partnership with ERM and other risk governors
Vendor Management: Create governance frameworks for third-party AI solutions and ensure routines are implemented to achieve regulatory compliance
Adoption Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators for governance framework adoption and effectiveness
Value Measurement: Develop methodologies to track and report on the business value delivered through governed AI implementations
Continuous Improvement: Drive iterative enhancement of governance processes based on feedback and performance data
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Business, Technology, Risk Management, or related field preferred
15+ years of experience in governance functions, risk management, AI/ML operations or technology program management
5+ years experience with AI/DS/ML projects
Demonstrated experience partnering with Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management functions and building governance frameworks
Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies and associated governance challenges
Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, deployment models, and associated risks
Experience with cloud platforms (preferably GCP) and enterprise technology governance a plus
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks relevant to AI (e.g. NAIC, NIST, Google SAIF)
Familiarity with risk management frameworks and compliance processes
Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and driving organizational change
Cross-functional collaboration, strong partnership and stakeholder management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-relevant governance requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Experience building and scaling governance processes in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Preferred
Experience with agile governance approaches and DevOps integration
Background in insurance, financial services, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries
Prior experience with AI ethics and responsible AI frameworks
Prior experience with process optimization and change management in complex environments
Benefits
Short-term or annual bonuses
Long-term incentives
On-the-spot recognition
Company
The Hartford
The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1995-12-15IPO
Leadership Team
Christopher Swift
Chief Executive Officer
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