> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2856733-ai-governance-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2856733-ai-governance-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Governance Manager - **Company:** Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation - **Location:** London, UK - **Salary:** £53,000.0 - £81,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Generative AI, Data Management - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c1c1afbf36d44557 ## About the Role Experience operating governance, risk, compliance or technology assurance processes in a regulated environment. Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple reviews, actions and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear committee papers, risk assessments and management reporting. Practical understanding of governance, risk, controls, policy management and evidence requirements. Confidence working across business, technology and control functions and constructively challenging stakeholders where needed. Ability to work independently in an evolving environment and improve processes while maintaining delivery discipline. Desirable Experience in AI, data, model or technology governance. Familiarity with AI regulatory frameworks, including the EU AI Act, data protection requirements and recognised AI risk management standards. Experience in financial services or another highly regulated environment. Experience supporting governance committees, audits, third-party risk assessments or policy and standards management. Understanding of AI-enabled products, generative AI, software development tools, information security or technology risk frameworks. Competencies Customer Focus Driving Change Driving Results Embraces Diversity Enterprise Leadership Judgement and Decision Making Risk Management Strategic and Visionary Trust and Integrity What we offer ## Description The AI Governance Manager will support the operation and continued development of SMBC EMEA's AI Governance framework as the Bank scales its use of artificial intelligence across business lines. The role coordinates governance forums, manages AI use case reviews and approvals, maintains policies and standards, supports risk assessment and third-party oversight, and provides clear reporting on governance performance, risks and capacity. It is a hands-on role requiring close collaboration with business stakeholders, Legal, Risk, Compliance, Data Privacy, Technology, Information Security, Internal Audit and external providers., 1. AI Governance Forums and Processes Coordinate the AI Governance Committee and AI Supervisory Group processes, including schedules, agendas, meeting materials, committee papers, decisions and action follow-up. Manage AI use case reviews and approvals, ensuring submissions are complete and routed to the appropriate reviewers. Draft and maintain committee Terms of Reference and related governance documentation. Track governance actions, decisions and outstanding reviews through to closure. Identify and escalate material governance issues, risks and capacity constraints to senior forums. 2. AI Policy, Standards and Governance Framework Support the ownership, review, approval and maintenance of the AI Policy, AI Standard and supporting governance framework. Develop and refine practical governance processes, guidance and control requirements. Coordinate governance attestations and evidence collection before approved use cases go live. Maintain oversight of AI governance controls and support remediation where gaps are identified. 3. AI Use Case Oversight and Risk Assessment Assess AI use cases and pilots across productivity, software development, customer, security and data platforms. Coordinate input from relevant control functions and document risks, mitigations, conditions and approval decisions. Prepare clear risk assessments and recommendations for governance forums. Track approved use cases through implementation and confirm that required controls are completed before production use. 4. Governance Operating Model, Reporting and Backlog Management Manage the governance review backlog and maintain accurate records of use case status, actions, decisions and dependencies. Identify dormant, stalled or overdue use cases and work with owners to resolve blockers or close records. Measure governance effectiveness, including review volumes, ageing, approval-to-go-live timelines and completion of controls. Prepare concise management information and escalate resource, capacity and process constraints. 5. AI Governance Training and Literacy Develop and coordinate mandatory AI governance training for committee members and other governance stakeholders. Support the enablement of AI risk reviewers through practical guidance, training materials and knowledge sessions. Coordinate training proposals and delivery with internal teams and external providers. 6. Third-Party and Vendor AI Governance Coordinate governance of AI used or supplied by third parties, working with Legal, Third-Party Risk Management, Compliance, Data Privacy and Information Security. Support vendor AI due diligence, disclosure requirements and assessment of applicable contractual clauses and addenda. Track third-party AI risks, actions and evidence through to closure. 7. Audit, Risk and Regulatory Support Support internal audit preparation and provide evidence of AI governance design and operation. Coordinate AI-related risk issue management, action tracking and updates in relevant risk systems. Support Data Protection Impact Assessments and other regulatory or compliance activities relating to AI. 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