AI Governance Specialist

AI Governance SpecialistCountry: Spanien

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IT STARTS HERE
Santander is evolving from
a global, high-impact brand
into a
technology-driven organization
, and our people are at the heart of this journey.
Together
, we are driving a
customer-centric transformation
that values bold
thinking, innovation
, and the
courage to challenge
what's possible.This is more than a strategic shift.
It's a chance for
driven professionals
to grow, learn, and make a real difference
.Our mission is to contribute to help more
people and businesses prosper
.

We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.Our
Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAIO)
division is building a world-class AI & Data team to make a difference in the lives of over 170 million people worldwide, through one of the largest banks in the world.We are undergoing one of the biggest transformations in our history and technology is at the heart of our strategy.

Join our team to play a part in one of the most important technological projects for the financial sector in the world.Our mission is to contribute to helping more people and businesses prosper.

We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE
The
Santander Artificial Intelligence Team
is seeking an
AI Governance Specialist
, based in our Madrid office.You will be responsible for defining and operating Santander's
AI Governance framework
, ensuring that AI use cases are deployed responsibly, consistently, and in line with regulatory and internal requirements.

You will play a central role in governing decision forums, managing the global AI use case inventory, and coordinating AI risk assessments across the Group.
Key Responsibilities
AI Governance & Oversight
* Design, implement, and continuously evolve the Group-wide AI Governance model.
* Coordinate and manage AI governance bodies, including agendas, materials, decisions, and follow-up actions.
* Own and maintain the global inventory of AI use cases, ensuring completeness, traceability, and lifecycle accuracy.
AI Risk & Use Case Management
* Define and coordinate AI use case risk assessments covering ethical, legal, operational, reputational, data, model, and cyber risks.
* Ensure appropriate classification of AI use cases by criticality, lifecycle stage, impact, and risk level.
* Act as a coordination point across Business, Data & AI, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Technology teams.
Reporting & Enablement
* Define KPIs and prepare AI Governance reporting for senior management.
* Support AI Adoption teams by ensuring governance requirements are embedded in delivery objectives.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Our people are our greatest strength.

Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization.

We're
enabling teams to go beyond
by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Professional Experience
* +5 years of experience
in Governance, Risk or Internal Control.

(Required)
* Experience within Santander Group is a plus.

(Preferred)
Education
* Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, Law, or similar.

(Required)
Languages
* Fluent in English is required.
Hard Skills
* Solid experience in governance bodies, risk management, internal control, or technology governance frameworks.

(Required)
* Knowledge of AI governance and risk frameworks such as
EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, OECD AI Principles, or OWASP.
(Required)
Soft Skills
* Experience working in complex, multinational environments.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT
Your contribution matters
, and it's recognized.

You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects
the impact you create
and the value you deliver.

But we know rewards go beyond numbers.
* We're
enable our teams to go beyond
through global opportunities and broad career paths.
* Flexibility that works.

Enjoy a
hybrid working models