AI Risk Analyst

Barclays•New York, NY

3d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Purpose of the role Support the development, implementation and maintenance of AIML Policies and Standards, the AI inventory, oversight of AI Risk tiering, co-ordination of cross-functional AI risk assessments, supporting Generative AI proof-of-concepts, and governance. Join us as an AI Risk Analyst and play a critical role in strengthening our enterprise AI governance and operating model. In this role, you will support the development, implementation, and oversight of AI policies, standards, and controls across Generative AI and Agentic AI use cases. You will partner with risk, legal, compliance, and technology teams to assess AI risks and ensure regulatory alignment. This position provides exposure to advanced AI technologies within a highly regulated financial services environment. It is an excellent opportunity to build expertise at the intersection of AI, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Experience in a financial, technical, or related field
Experience in enterprise-level AI/ML model governance and oversight
Exposure to Generative AI, large language models (LLMs), and NLP concepts
Ability to design, implement, and maintain AI governance frameworks and policies
Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills in complex environments
Ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation and presentations for technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting AI risk assessments, conformance testing, and control effectiveness reviews
Knowledge of AI regulatory frameworks and standards (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST)

Responsibilities

Maintain and support the adoption of AIML Policies and Standards across the organisation
Develop and enhance the AIML operating model programme
Creation and maintenance of of the AIML system inventory
Co-ordination of comprehensive AI risk assessments and implementation of effective mitigation strategies
Support governance of AIML Risks including attendance at forums and working group
End-to-end support for Generative AI proof-of-concepts, from initial use case intake and review to final approval
Monitoring of AI systems tp ensure operation within effective guardrails and controls, collaborating with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure regulatory compliance
Develop and conduct training programmes to educate employees gobally on governance and ethical use of AI
Continuously enhance the bank's AI governance framework through engagement in AI technology and governance advances
Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
Develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
Partner with other functions and business areas.
Take responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to.
Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.