AI Governance Senior Associate

About PwC's Audit and Assurance Team

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. Those in data, analytics and technology solutions at PwC will assist clients in developing solutions that help build trust, drive improvement, and detect, monitor, and predict risk. Your work will involve using advanced analytics, data wrangling technology, and automation tools to leverage data and focus on establishing the right processes and structures to enable our clients to make efficient and effective decisions based on accurate information that is complete and trustworthy.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Audit and Assurance team, you will focus on developing AI governance frameworks that align with industry standards. As a Senior Associate, you will manage projects that assess governance, risk, and control programs while translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. This role presents a unique opportunity to influence AI practices and drive impactful change within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI governance frameworks that adhere to industry standards
• Manage projects focused on governance, risk, and control assessments
• Translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Influence AI practices to drive meaningful organizational change
• Collaborate with teams to confirm alignment with governance objectives
• Conduct thorough evaluations of risk management strategies
• Provide insights to enhance control programs and practices
• Facilitate discussions on AI governance with stakeholders

What You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 2 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Processing/Analytics/Science, Statistics, Management Information Systems & Accounting, Finance & Technology, Business Administration/Management, Accounting & Technology, Regulatory Compliance, or Public Policy Analysis preferred
• Experience in AI/ML risk management, controls testing, or audit related to AI, analytics, or information systems, governance or compliance roles focused on AI, emerging technology, or digital systems
• Experience with model evaluation frameworks and testing protocols
• Familiarity with data science and AI lifecycle
• Leveraging understanding of technological risks and internal controls
• Knowledge of NIST, ISO and other risk management frameworks
• Designing AI governance operating models and policies
• Translating technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Managing projects assessing governance, risk, and control programs
• Subject matter knowledge to support thought leadership

Key skills/competency

• AI Governance
• Risk Management
• Control Programs
• Audit
• Data Science
• Information Systems
• Emerging Technology
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Management
• Technical Translation