This Compliance Senior Advisor will be responsible for leveraging their deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance risk and compliance to lead our compliance programs and initiatives across Vanguard. This role will design implement and monitor our AI compliance practices and champion our compliance alignment against global AI regulations and laws. Strong engagement across our IT Risk Legal and Compliance stakeholders will be necessary to drive compliance reviews within our AI governance processes and guide responsible adoption of AI technologies. The ideal candidate is a proactive advisor who can integrate regulatory AI compliance considerations into the entire AI system lifecycle - ensuring regulatory alignment and ethical standards in AI use cases.
This role will also support Vanguards Compliance Programs within our broader Technology Cyber Security Information Security and Artificial Intelligence (TCIA) function. The individual will identify evaluate and mitigate compliance risks develop risk management strategies and ensure Vanguards TCIA posture is robust against emerging threats. As a key advisor to senior management they will provide insights on TCIA trends best practices and regulatory changes fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
Core Responsibilities
AI Governance and Compliance
Collaborate with Business Technology and Legal stakeholders to evaluate AI/ML use cases for compliance with global regulatory standards.
Develop and maintain enterprise compliance documentation for AI systems including trusted system assessments and business use case reviews.
Advise on global regulatory developments (e.g. EU AI Act U.S. Executive Orders state laws) and prepare the organization for compliance.
Promote an internal responsible AI culture balancing innovation with accountability.
Maintain compliance documentation such as reviews of new AI laws and regulations to ensure readiness.
TCIA Compliance Program Support
Track manage and maintain an inventory of regulatory obligations and advise business partners and corporate functions on required policies and processes.
Provide thought leadership on implementing regulations; deliver compliance education and training as needed.
Maintain and revise policies and procedures for the compliance program and its related activities. Oversee the design implementation execution and maintenance of new compliance standards.
Execute advisory and monitoring activities to assess regulatory posture document track and drive the resolution of compliance issues.
Identify and discuss top compliance risks with business management and provide regular reporting on regulatory posture.
Proactively drive business ownership of Compliance Issues including root cause analysis and resolution. Identify and implement corrective action plans for complex compliance issues.
Foster a culture of compliance with business line ownership of Compliance Risk.
Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on emerging risks and regulatory expectations.
Interface with external regulators and clients as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum of eight years related work experience compliance risk and/or governance program management with significant exposure to Technology Cyber Security Information Security and Artificial Intelligence domains.
Knowledge of Technology Cyber Security Information Security and Artificial Intelligence regulations standards and frameworks.
Deep knowledge of AI regulatory developments including the EU AI Act U.S. AI policy etc.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Experience in financial services or other highly regulated industries.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-stakes environment while managing competing priorities.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
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To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning collaboration and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
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