ED, AI Governance

WHO WE ARE:
As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

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ED, AI Governance (GDMO)

Why Join

• This position allows for the successful candidate to lead the development of AI governance across the Group. In this pivotal role, you will design, implement, and oversee cutting-edge governance frameworks for AI, including Generative AI and Agentic AI.
• The complexity of AI governance issues can provide a stimulating intellectual challenge, appealing to those who enjoy analytical thinking and problem-solving.

How you succeed

• You will be able to prioritise/manage multiple tasks, with good problem-solving skills.
• You will have strong stakeholder engagement skills with good verbal and written communication skills.
• You will also have experience developing and/or applying guardrails for Large Language Models, Gen AI and Agentic AI solutions.

What you do

The role is expected to work with a dynamic team to design and shape the future of AI governance, including Generative AI and Agentic AI, across the Group. Your work will ensure that our AI solutions not only meet regulatory and internal standards but also deliver transparency, fairness, and accountability at every step. The function includes the following:

• Drive the development and ongoing refinement of model governance policies that champion responsible AI use across the organization.
• Monitor and back-test guardrails for use cases, including Gen AI and Agentic models, to uncover biases and fairness issues, ensuring they consistently meet governance benchmarks.
• Collaborate closely with model development teams to embed robust guardrails and compliance controls throughout the AI lifecycle.
• Drive the operationalisation of the Group's model and AI inventory, maintaining comprehensive documentation and audit trails.
• Partner with independent validators, auditors, and regulators to ensure smooth compliance and swift resolution of model findings.
• Stay ahead of the curve by tracking evolving AI regulations and best practices, continuously elevating our governance standards.
• Act as a catalyst for change, fostering a culture of AI governance excellence throughout the Group.

In addition to the BAU functions stated above, the successful candidate will take part in related projects of the department.

Who you work with
Group Risk Management works independently to protect, build, and drive our businesses. The team support good decision-making. With strong risk analysis. And a crucial, comprehensive role in sharpening our competitive edge. Optimising risk-adjusted returns. It's about seeking and adopting best-in-class practices. Protecting the group from unforeseen losses. Keeping risk within appetite. Embracing change and managing growth in one of the world's strongest banks.

Who you are

• 10-15 years of relevant experience in AI governance, model risk management, or a related field, preferably with hands-on experience in implementing Generative AI, Large Language Models, Agentic AI, or AI guardrails.
• Proficiency with leading machine learning frameworks like Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
• Experience deploying and maintaining Gen AI and Agentic AI solutions in production environments.
• A sharp analytical mind paired with excellent communication skills, able to engage confidently with senior leadership.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes with ease.
• A collaborative team player who can also independently drive initiatives forward.
• A passion for embracing new challenges in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.

Who we are
Singapore's longest established bank, we've been helping people and businesses get what they want from life since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Embracing technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, the entire focus of our organisation remains to be Simply Spot On. In everything we do.

And so whether you want innovate needs-based financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.

What we offer
Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

What we offer:
Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

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