AI Governance Lead

The role

As we mature as an organisation, we are looking for someone to own AI governance (where AI includes Machine Learning, Operational Research, and GenAI). This includes running our AI bias reviews, coordinating and writing AI policies and training materials, contributing to the design of our AI model registry, and day-to-day support to ensure compliance with laws and best practice. We believe the ideal candidate would be someone with strong hands-on ML skills, who is interested in moving to or trying out a role that is more policy and governance-oriented. They will have very strong written communication, and be able to draft policy documents and training material. 

This is a hybrid role requiring three days a week in our London office (Cannon Street). You will report to the Data Management Director.

What you’ll do

  • Day-to-day ownership of our AI bias review process
  • Draft policy documents and training material
  • Work closely with colleagues in legal and compliance to ensure we are following laws and best practice
  • Work with the VP Science and draft documents on her behalf
  • Work out what metadata we require about our AI systems, and ensure we are capturing it and taking any necessary action as a result of data gathered, for example doing bias reviews
  • Own any new AI governance and compliance processes
  • Monitor and adapt governance to recent AI regulatory trends and policies
  • Co-develop AI governance training programs 

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience building AI models in a company like Deliveroo
  • A good understanding of risks in AI, and how to mitigate them
  • Great document writing skills
  • Great senior stakeholder management ability, clear verbal communication skills
  • Great project management, execution, and ability to work independently
  • Flexibility and initiative
  • [Bonus] Familiarity and ability to keep up to date with legislation and policy in this field

Why Deliveroo

Our mission is to transform the way you shop and eat, bringing the neighbourhood to your door by connecting consumers, restaurants, shops and riders. We are transforming the way the world eats and shops by making access to food and products more convenient and enjoyable. We give people the opportunity to buy what they want, as they want it, when and where they want it.

We are a technology-driven company at the forefront of the most rapidly expanding industry in the world. We are still a small team, making a very large impact, looking to answer some of the most interesting questions out there. We move fast, value autonomy and ownership, and we are always looking for new ideas.

Workplace & Benefits

At Deliveroo we know that people are the heart of the business and we prioritise their welfare. Benefits differ by country, but we offer many benefits in areas including healthcare, well-being, parental leave, pensions, and generous annual leave allowances, including time off to support a charitable cause of your choice. Benefits are country-specific, please ask your recruiter for more information.

Diversity

At Deliveroo, we believe a great workplace is one that represents the world we live in and how beautifully diverse it can be. That means we have no judgement when it comes to any one of the things that make you who you are - your gender, race, sexuality, religion or a secret aversion to coriander. All you need is a passion for (most) food and a desire to be part of one of the fastest-growing businesses in a rapidly growing industry.

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our hiring process. We recognise that some candidates may require adjustments to apply for a position or fairly participate in the interview process. If you require any adjustments, please don't hesitate to let us know. We will make every effort to provide the necessary adjustments to ensure you have an equitable opportunity to succeed.

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