AI Governance Manager – Fintech

Posted time October 30, 2026 Location United Arab Emirates (Dubai / Abu Dhabi) Job type Full-time

Our client, a well-established fintech company in Dubai, is seeking an AI Governance Manager to drive responsible AI adoption, develop governance frameworks, and embed practical controls across products and operations.

You will help shape how the business develops and uses AI, building practical governance that supports innovation, protects customers and manages risk. Working closely with product, engineering, data, legal, and compliance teams, you will embed responsible AI practices into products and everyday operations.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and implement an AI governance framework covering machine learning, generative AI and AI agents.
  • Establish policies, risk assessments and approval processes for internally developed and third-party AI solutions.
  • Maintain an inventory of AI systems, documenting ownership, purpose, risk classification and controls.
  • Assess risks relating to customer outcomes, bias, explainability, privacy, security and human oversight.
  • Embed governance checks into product development, deployment and ongoing monitoring.
  • Coordinate with risk and technical teams on model evaluation, validation and incident management.
  • Translate applicable regulatory and contractual requirements into practical controls.
  • Report AI risks and remediation progress to senior leadership.
  • Train teams on responsible AI use and their governance responsibilities.

Key Requirements

  • A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Risk Management, Law or a related discipline.
  • Typically 7+ years of relevant experience in technology risk, model risk, data governance or compliance, including direct experience governing AI.
  • Experience within fintech, digital banking, payments or financial services.
  • A strong understanding of AI models, generative AI applications and their risks.
  • Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST AI RMF and ISO/IEC 42001.
  • Experience assessing technology vendors and supporting audits or governance reviews.
  • The ability to turn complex requirements into clear, workable processes.
  • Strong communication skills and confidence working with technical teams and senior stakeholders.