AI Governance Manager

** AI Governance Manager
**** Permanent
* *** Manchester****£50,379 - £60,178
**** Hybrid – 2 x days a week in the office**# # Introduction# # Purpose of the Role You’ll develop and implement AI governance frameworks that align with legal, regulatory, ethical, and international standards. Working across the organisation with technical teams, projects, legal experts, and business stakeholders, you’ll embed responsible AI practices and compliance into our AI-driven future.# #

Key Responsibilities In this role, you'll be responsible for:
* Assess and mitigate AI-related risks, ensuring transparency, fairness, explainability, privacy, and accountability
* Conduct audits, compliance reporting, and drive AI-related governance initiatives, including incident management
* Provide training and guidance on responsible and ethical AI for business stakeholders and leadership# #

What We Are Looking For You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:
* Experience in AI ethics, risk management, and compliance frameworks
* Experience implementing AI governance, policies, risk mitigation and compliance strategies
* Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to communicate complex concepts effectively
* A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a commitment to responsible AI
* Relevant certifications such as AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPM# # What’s in It for You You’ll enjoy a flexible work environment and benefits designed to support your growth and wellbeing:
* 35-hour week with flexible working options
* Enhanced contributory pension scheme (up to 11.5% employer contribution)
* 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
* Comprehensive health coverage from day one, including Bupa PMI and Health Cash Plan
* Eco-friendly transport schemes, including electric vehicles and cycle-to-work options# # Diversity and Inclusion Statement At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone—regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background—is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.# # Application Process Read the full job description and upload your most recent CV and Cover Letter by following the link provided. Final date to receive applications:
Sunday 4th January. Interviews will take place w/c 12th & 19th January 2026.
** Recruitment Agencies
** We have a preferred supplier list (PSL) in place.

Unsolicited CVs will be treated as a gift. We will not be subject to or liable under your terms and conditions for agency fees.# # #
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Job Description
**** Summary
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* Purpose:

In your role as AI Governance Manager, you operate within the (Enterprise Technology) Data Protection and Compliance team. You will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of AQA’s AI governance framework and for the delivery and management of related governance and operational processes whilst directly contributing to the embedding AI governance practices and frameworks across the organisation.
You will possess an inherent and robust understanding of AI ethical and governance principles, legislation, technologies, and regulation and have demonstrable experience in the application and delivery of related governance.  You will ensure that the organisation operates in alignment with and adherence to any and all relevant legal, regulatory, and organisational governance and policy requirements, influencing, guiding and where necessary facilitating compliance.  

You will provide business stakeholders with timely and effective advice / guidance and support, shaping and guiding how they may effectively and proportionately achieve any required levels of compliance. You will promote the effective and proportionate delivery of AI related governance…