Ai Governance Analyst

Who we are

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. We are united by a shared passion, a no-limits mindset, and a collaborative international team of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. Our culture is a core reason people join and stay with Howden, supporting work-life balance, career progression, sustainability, and volunteering.

Position overview

We are seeking a motivated and analytically strong AI Governance Analyst to join the team. This role will play a key part in operationalising safe and responsible AI use across the organisation. It reports to the Head of AI Governance and works closely with wider business stakeholders to support the delivery of governance processes, assess AI use cases, and embed practical controls that align with AI governance frameworks and processes.

Key responsibilities

• AI Governance Delivery
  • Contribute to the development and ongoing maintenance of the AI governance framework, standards, and guidance.
  • Support the implementation of practical controls to ensure safe and responsible use of AI across the business.
  • Assist in embedding governance processes in day-to-day operations.
• AI Intake and Risk Framework
  • Support the end-to-end lifecycle of AI use cases, including intake, triage, risk assessment, approval tracking, and ongoing review.
  • Work with business stakeholders to gather required information to ensure governance standards are applied.
  • Support ongoing refinement of workflows and frameworks, identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies.
  • Help drive adoption of governance tooling across the organisation.
• Reporting and Insights
  • Take ownership of regular reporting on AI use (sanctioned/unsanctioned), risk exposure, and governance activity.
  • Contribute materials prepared for governance forums and intranet sites.
  • Provide clear and practical guidance on governance requirements.
• Regulatory Awareness
  • Maintain awareness of emerging AI regulatory developments that may impact the organisation.
  • Assist in updating internal frameworks and controls in response to regulatory change.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build effective working relationships with business, technology, risk, and legal teams.
  • Act as a point of contact for stakeholders submitting AI use cases.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with business stakeholders.
• Interest in AI, emerging technology, and risk/governance frameworks.
• Ability to organise and manage multiple tasks in a structured way.

Desirable

• Experience in risk, compliance, data protection, or technology-related roles.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts or technology governance, with an appetite to build practical skills in areas such as basic AI assistant development and automation.
• Awareness of global AI regulatory developments (e.g., EU AI Act, UK, US frameworks).
• Ability to translate complex information into practical, business-friendly guidance.

What we offer in return

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity and seek individuals who share our values:

• Our successes come from someone brave enough to try something new.
• We support each other in everyday moments and big challenges.
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

Reasonable adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure our roles align with your needs. In addition to standard adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can accommodate flexible hours or hybrid working where feasible.

If you’re excited by this role but unsure if it’s the right fit, please apply. If your profile matches the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to discuss reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Please reach out to your Recruitment Partner to learn more.

Employment type

Permanent