Overview You will serve as a legal SME on AI, shaping compliant, responsible adoption across Vanguard's functions. You will guide cross-functional teams on AI governance and regulatory matters, balancing risk with business objectives. You'll develop and maintain AI governance frameworks, monitor evolving AI laws, and negotiate third-party AI engagements. This role combines deep technology understanding with legal expertise to enable innovative solutions while protecting clients and the firm. You'll operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on responsible AI at scale.
Responsibilities- Provide regulatory and compliance oversight for AI-related activities across jurisdictions (e.g., EU AI Act, Colorado AI Act)
- Serve as SME for Vanguard Enterprise AI Governance Policy and related standards
- Advise senior leadership on AI adoption strategy and conditions for developing AI systems
- Develop and maintain AI governance frameworks and guardrails for responsible AI use
- Monitor legislative developments affecting AI in financial services and asset management
- Develop standardized contract templates and negotiate AI-related vendor agreements
- Ensure third-party AI tools meet security, ethics, and regulatory standards
- Participate in Enterprise AI System reviews to identify and mitigate legal risks
- Advise on data governance, model training controls, and algorithmic transparency
- Draft and update internal policies on AI procurement, development, and acceptable use
- Provide training on legal implications of AI adoption
- Collaborate with IT and Compliance to integrate AI into products and services
Key requirements- J.D. degree and active bar membership
- Minimum 10 years in technology law, preferably in financial services or asset management
- Familiarity with AI governance, data protection laws, and financial regulations
- Strong understanding of AI technologies and machine learning in investment management
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear legal guidance
- Strong drafting and negotiation abilities
- Analytical thinking and risk assessment
- Ability to translate technical concepts into legal guidance
- Knowledge of AI governance and responsible AI frameworks
- Understanding of data protection laws and financial regulations related to AI
- Familiarity with AI technologies and machine learning concepts
