AI Governance & Enablement SME

Straive is a global leader in enterprise‑grade data analytics and AI solutions, committed to empowering businesses across various industries with cutting‑edge technology and expert insights. Backed by EQT, a top private equity firm, we are uniquely positioned to drive innovation through significant investments and an entrepreneurial spirit. Our core focus is on delivering advanced Data Analytics & AI Solutions. By combining sophisticated technology with subject matter expertise, we deliver material impact on our clients' topline and streamline their operations. We specialize in providing tailored solutions across financial services, CPG, legal, pharma, life sciences, retail and logistics, helping them build robust data analytics and AI capabilities. With a client base spanning 30 countries, Straive's strategically located teams operate from eight countries and is headquartered in Singapore. This global presence enables us to offer localized expertise with a worldwide perspective. Join Straive to be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of data analytics and AI innovation. Here, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to transformative projects, supported by significant investments and an entrepreneurial drive fueled by our partnership with EQT. Website: Job Title: AI Governance & Enablement SME Location: Newark, NJ (Hybrid) Job Type: FTE The Role We are building a new solution category within AI Governance to accelerate the adoption of enterprise AI, and this role owns it - from first principles to first clients. You will take a strategic insight, structure it into a solution, prototype it, and commercialize it with clients. It sits at the intersection of AI model behavior, operational risk, and enterprise‑grade workflows. You think in frameworks. You have commercial instincts. You're a builder who can sell. You understand that being early to a problem is an advantage and you know how to use it. What You'll Do Translate a business problem or hypothesis into a structured, client‑ready solution Run discovery with quants, risk officers, AI engineers, and COOs Introduce the offering into active client conversations alongside the sales team and convert audit engagements into follow‑on remediation work Be the external voice: conferences, practitioner forums, written point of view Guide implementation and client teams on governance‑aligned AI architecture and deployment standards Required Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Science, Information Systems, or related field. 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, Data Governance, Risk & Compliance, Digital Transformation, or Technology Governance. Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise‑wide AI governance frameworks, policies, standards, controls, and operating procedures to ensure scalable and compliant AI adoption. Hands‑on experience establishing Responsible AI practices encompassing fairness, transparency, explainability, privacy, security, accountability, and bias detection/mitigation across AI solutions. Demonstrated capability in developing AI risk assessment methodologies, governance controls, and lifecycle‑based review checkpoints to manage operational, ethical, legal, and compliance risks. Expertise in building and operationalizing governance workflows for GenAI, machine learning, intelligent automation, and AI‑driven business transformation initiatives. Proven ability to develop reusable AI governance playbooks, implementation frameworks, policy templates, standards, and governance toolkits to accelerate enterprise AI maturity and adoption Preferred 10+ years of relevant experience in BFSI in a delivery or advisory capacity (or both) Experience with enterprise AI platforms (e.g., Azure AI, AWS AI) Familiarity with governance frameworks such as EU AI ACT, NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC AI standards, GDPR, SOC2, or internal risk frameworks. Exposure to MLOps, AI Ops, model monitoring, or enterprise architecture is a plus. Experience in consulting, shared services, or large‑scale enterprise transformation programs preferred. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, duties, or activities that are required. Responsibilities, duties, and/or activities may change, or new ones may be added at any time with or without notice. If you are a motivated professional with a passion for delivering impactful solutions, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a dynamic and forward‑thinking team at Straive. “Straive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.” #J-18808-Ljbffr Straive