AI and Data Privacy Consultant

AI Governance Lead | Central Government Consultancy

Location: London (Hybrid)

Rate: £700 / day (Outside IR35)

Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

iO Associates are hiring on behalf of a leading Central Government consultancy looking for an AI Governance Lead. You’ll design operational risk frameworks, shape tech policy, and guide public sector clients through emerging regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Framework Design: Build end-to-end AI risk models, oversight structures, and decision-making guidelines using established standards (NIST RMF, ISO 42001).

• Regulatory Compliance: Advise clients on international and domestic policy compliance, including high-risk AI classification and impact assessments.

• Cross-Functional Strategy: Integrate AI oversight with broader data privacy, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk initiatives.

• Client Advisory: Facilitate stakeholder workshops, mentor junior team members, and deliver practical solutions to non-technical leaders.

Key Requirements

• Security Clearance: Must hold active UK SC clearance.

• Practical experience implementing AI risk frameworks, model validation, and algorithmic impact reviews.

• Strong knowledge of global AI regulations (e.g., EU AI Act), safety guidelines, and security standards (OWASP).

• Exposure to AI monitoring tools, model registries, or bias detection platforms.

• Background in management consultancy, risk advisory, or public sector digital transformation.

• Professional certifications in AI governance, data privacy, or auditing are highly desirable.