AI Governance, Risk & Compliance; GRC Director

Pay Range

Target Pay Range: $ - $ annually. The full Pay Range: $ - $ annually.

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%) 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
• PTO Program + Exchange Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

Eligibility:
Residents of WA, OR, , AZ, TX, GA, SC, NC, CA or VA. Washington residents within commuting distance of Tukwila must work on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in HQ. Remote work is available for approved locations.

As the AI Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Director, you will help shape how AI is responsibly and effectively adopted across BECU.

• AI Governance Leadership:
  Serve as the primary strategic liaison between AI innovation teams and enterprise control functions.
• Cross-Functional Partnership:
  Build strong relationships across legal, regulatory, compliance, risk, technology, and business teams.
• Strategic Advisory Support:
  Act as a trusted advisor to AI innovation and control partners, translating complex AI concepts into clear guidance.
• Governance Framework Development:
  Help create, evolve, and sustain enterprise-wide AI governance frameworks.
• Policy & Controls Integration:
  Develop, refine, and implement AI usage policies embedded within existing risk, compliance, cybersecurity, and data privacy frameworks.
• Model Risk
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with Model Validation and Model Risk Management teams.
• Regulatory Readiness Planning:
  Identify legal, regulatory, and governance requirements associated with AI adoption.
• Risk Identification & Mitigation:
  Proactively identify governance gaps, compliance concerns, and emerging AI-related risks.
• Framework Assessment & Enhancement:
  Evaluate existing AI and advanced analytics governance practices and recommend improvements.
• Scalable Governance Solutions:
  Develop repeatable templates, guidance materials, governance artifacts, and frameworks.
• Responsible AI Advocacy:
  Champion responsible AI practices and establish approaches for managing model failures, unintended outcomes, and compliance risks.
• Industry & Regulatory Monitoring:
  Interpret changing regulatory expectations and emerging best practices.
• Executive Engagement:
  Prepare and deliver clear presentations, recommendations, and decision-support materials for senior leaders.
• Enterprise AI Program Readiness:
  Support successful scaling of AI initiatives by ensuring governance, legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements are addressed early.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  Perform additional duties and strategic initiatives as assigned.

• The opportunity to shape the future of AI governance, risk management, and responsible innovation at a leading credit union.
• Direct influence on how emerging AI technologies are safely and effectively adopted across the organization.
• A highly visible role partnering with executive leaders, governance teams, and technology innovators.
• The ability to drive meaningful outcomes that improve employee productivity and member experiences.
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI initiatives and evolving regulatory landscapes within a regulated industry.
• Opportunities to build enterprise frameworks and governance capabilities with lasting impact.
• A collaborative environment that values expertise, strategic thinking, and relationship-building.
• Continuous learning and growth in AI, governance, compliance, risk management, and financial services innovation.
• The chance to balance innovation and accountability while defining responsible AI implementation at scale.
• Meaningful work contributing to BECU’s mission of improving financial well-being of members.

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Computer Science, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Typically requires 10 years of experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Model Risk Management, Data Governance, or Legal/Compliance.
• Experience designing enterprise governance frameworks for AI or advanced analytics.
• Expert understanding of regulatory environments (e.g., NCUA, CFPB, GLBA).
• Demonstrated experience working with emerging technologies, including AI or…