AI Governance Specialist (all genders) (Wien, Austria) bei Erste Group

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Company Description

Erste Bank Oesterreich is a leading domestic financial institution. As part of the international Erste Group, we are an attractive employer who offers interesting career opportunities.

Department Description

You will be part of the Data and Reporting Governance AT team, a key department within the Data Management AT area at Erste Bank. We are looking for a motivated professional to help shape the future of AI governance across Erste Bank and the Sparkassen network.

Your Tasks

• Lead the implementation of an AI Governance Framework across Erste Bank and Sparkassen
• Assess (Generative) AI models and applications in alignment with internal governance standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical guidelines
• Ensure AI usage complies with Erste Group’s risk profile
• Perform control and oversight duties as part of a second line of defense function, including establishing regular monitoring mechanisms
• Review and validate AI initiatives, delivering clear assessments and governance outcomes to stakeholders
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with internal teams such as Data Scientists, Engineers, and Business Units

Your Background

• University degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• Solid experience with Generative AI models and a strong understanding of the AI/model development lifecycle, including explainability and monitoring
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and clearly explain complex topics
• Proactive and self-driven approach to learning and knowledge sharing
• Responsible and growth-oriented attitude
• Fluency in German and English; knowledge of a CEE language is a plus

Our Offer

• Dynamic and motivated Team
• Very interesting new field with a lot of learning opportunities
• Discover and enjoy the benefits of Erste Bank
• The minimum wage for this full-time position in accordance with the collective agreement with complete fulfillment of the functional profile is EUR 49.772,8 gross per year. But this is just a formality - we would be happy to talk about your actual salary in person! 
• We offer our employees the opportunity to divide their hours between working from home and at the office.
• We consider the diversity of our employees as key to innovation and success. As employer we are proud to offer everyone equal chances, irrespective of age, skin colour, religious belief, gender, sexual orientation or origin.