Lincoln Financial | Lead AI Governance Operations

The role at a glance

• This position leads the operational execution and continuous improvement of the enterprise AI Governance program.
• The role manages governance processes, coordinates cross-functional activities, oversees program reporting and governance forums, and helps ensure effective execution of governance priorities across the organization.
• This position translates strategic objectives into scalable operating practices, drives transparency through metrics and reporting, and improves governance effectiveness through process optimization and stakeholder engagement.
• Applications for this position will be accepted through November 30, 2026, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.
• The pay range for this position is $106,875 - $171,000 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law.
• Leads the development, maintenance, and execution of the AI Governance operating roadmap, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
• Serves as the primary coordination point between AI Governance and adjacent functions to promote alignment and reduce duplication of effort.
• Establishes and tracks key performance indicators, operational metrics, and program health measures to evaluate governance effectiveness, identify trends, and inform priorities and decisions.
• Identifies operational bottlenecks, workflow inefficiencies, and governance process gaps, and leads improvements that increase throughput, scalability, stakeholder experience, and program maturity.
• Owns AI Governance operating model, both internal stand-ups and regular cross-functional sessions, to surface blockers and align on next steps.
• Establishes and maintains governance records, action plans, decision logs, and audit-ready documentation practices that support transparency, regulatory readiness, institutional knowledge, and operational continuity.
• Supports governance portfolio planning, resource forecasting, capacity management, and prioritization to balance reviews, projects, and ad hoc requests against available resources.
• Partners with AIDA leadership to implement strategic initiatives, monitor progress against objectives, and drive execution of enterprise governance priorities.
• Leads cross-functional efforts to enhance the governance operating model, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and promote consistent adoption of governance processes throughout the AI lifecycle.
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities.
• Work arrangements that work for you.
• Oversees the end-to-end AI Governance review lifecycle, including intake, tiering, prioritization, review coordination, issue tracking, escalation management, and stakeholder communications to support timely and effective governance execution.
• Translates complex technical, operational, and regulatory AI risk concepts into clear, actionable communications for business, technology, and risk stakeholders.
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Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, audit, program management, AI governance, or a related discipline.
• Experience leading governance processes, operating models, or enterprise-wide programs involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong executive communication skills, including development of presentations, dashboards, reports, and governance updates.
• Experience establishing metrics, tracking performance, and using data to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
• Financial services, insurance, or other highly regulated industry experience.
• Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, regulatory expectations, and risk management practices.
• Experience supporting executive committees, governance councils, or board reporting.
• PMP or other governance, risk, or project management certifications.
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training.

Lincoln Financial

Lincoln Financial is an employer hiring in India (sector: BFSI / Investments / Insurance). In its own words: "Lincoln Financial Group provides resources and solutions that help empower Americans to take charge of their financial lives with confidence and optimism."

Its finance, accounts, audit and tax openings in India are mostly in Radnor, Charlotte, Omaha and Hartford.

• Industry: BFSI / Investments / Insurance