AI Risk Manager

Aion Bank is a fully regulated European bank and credit institution, combining Vodeno's cutting-edge, private blockchain-based platform with its ECB banking license, strong balance sheet, and deep regulatory expertise. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive suite of embedded banking solutions, enabling businesses to seamlessly integrate financial services into their offerings.

As part of the UniCredit Group, Aion Bank and Vodeno will accelerate their digital banking offer in strategic markets and will act as a sandbox for innovation for the wider UniCredit Group. Aion Bank and Vodeno's existing Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) offering across key European markets, including Germany and Poland, will see the bank embed its services - ranging from account access and deposits to lending, payments and loyalty programs - directly into non-banking digital platforms, facilitating seamless customer experiences.

At Aion Bank, our biggest strength is our people—a team of highly intelligent, creative, and ambitious professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment. We believe in delivering results while fostering a culture of passion and collaboration.

We are currently looking for a AI Risk Manager ready to join our adventure, share our ambition and help shape the future of digital banking.

We are looking for an innovative AI Risk Manager to act as a strategic Independent Control Function within our 2LoD. This role is crucial for developing and overseeing the IT Risk Management framework, enabling the safe, ethical, and compliant deployment of AI/ML technologies by being responsible for:

• Framework Leadership: Lead the design and continuous optimization of the IT Risk Management Framework (including ICT Risk, Operational Resilience, Outsourcing, and Data Management) aligned with DORA and industry best practices.
• AI/ML Governance: Define and embed the 2LoD control infrastructure across the entire AI lifecycle (development, validation, monitoring) to ensure consistent risk standards by 1LoD teams.
• Control Automation & Metrics: Drive the strategic use of automated tools for continuous Control Effectiveness Assessment (CEA). Define standards for automated Data Quality Audits (DQA). Develop and monitor critical KRIs/KPIs for AI, Operational Resilience (BCM, MTTR), and 3rd Party ICT Providers.
• Regulatory Assurance: Act as the subject matter expert on AI risk, providing independent challenge and assurance on high-impact AI/ML deployments. Advise senior leadership on compliance obligations (e.g., EU AI Act) and engage with supervisory authorities.
• Emerging Tech: Introduce governance and risk standards for new technologies, ensuring responsible use.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in software development.
• Minimum 2 years in Model Risk, AI/ML Governance, or Quantitative/Technology Risk, preferably in a financial services or highly regulated environment.
• Deep practical experience developing risk/governance frameworks for AI/ML.
• Strong understanding of the AI development lifecycle and MLOps principles.
• Excellent knowledge of current and emerging regulations (EU AI Act, DORA).
• Education: Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance) is highly preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills to articulate technical risk to all levels. English fluency is mandatory.

You will get an opportunity to work in an innovative, digital bank applying state of the art approaches and technologies.

Unless limited by banking regulations we offer a flexible form of contract.

You will be provided an Individual Development Budget, dedicated to enhancing your professional skills.

If your role permits, we also offer flexible work location: home/office — according to your preference.

You and your closest family will be covered with VIP-level private medical care which includes dental treatment and a hospitalisation package.

We care for our colleagues' well being, therefore we cover psychological consultations if you ever feel you need such support.

Aion bank account without fee.

We co-sponsor your Multisport card and cover 50% of its cost.

You will work on computer equipment that delivers the best user experience — Apple MacBook.

If you feel like working from the office, we have beautiful space available for you in Brussels and Warsaw. Each office is very nicely located with convenient commute options by public transport and by bike. Our office in Warsaw offers healthy snacks throughout the day.

We keep our recruiting process simple.

Step 1: Talk with one of our Recruiters about your to date experiences and ambitions

Step 2: Meet with your future Team Manager to deep dive on the role specifics and our work environment

Diverse teams really are the best teams. Research shows that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a job unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply - even if you're not 100% sure. We are interested in getting to know you and learning about what you bring to the table.

Please note that we may close a job posting early if we receive a large number of exceptional applications.

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