Director, AI Governance & Risk

Job Duties & Responsibilities: Develop, implement and maintain the Firm’s AI governance framework, including policies, standards, controls and operation procedures Establish governance processes for evaluating AI use cases, the selection of appropriate tools and technologies, assessing technology developments and vendor due diligence Ensure data and information governance aligns, enables and supports the adoption of AI tools and technologies Support the development and enhancement of AI user capability across the Firm, including the development of appropriate training for lawyers, professional staff and leaders Identify, assess and mitigate AI-related risks, including data privacy, cybersecurity, and third party/vendor risk Partner with the Office of General Counsel, Information Security, Information Governance and Knowledge & Innovation teams to integrate AI risks in existing risk frameworks Monitor and interpret global AI-related regulation standards and ensure AI systems and practices comply with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies Advise the Firm in relation to responsible AI principles and ethical guidelines Serve as a trusted advisor to Partners and Senior Leadership on AI risk and governance matters Drive AI governance awareness and training across the Firm Promote a culture of responsible AI use and accountability EducationJD required Skills & ExperienceQualified lawyer, with 6-10 years of practicing experience at an international law firm Minimum 2-5 years of relevant experience in AI, risk and compliance Strategic thinking with strong execution capability Regulatory interpretation and policy development Demonstrated experience supporting and executing large-scale, firm-wide projects Cross-functional leadership and excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence the actions of internal stakeholders and manage relationships with external stakeholders Broad knowledge of information management and protection laws, regulations, and best practices Ability to balance innovation with risk management Posting DisclosureSimpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Salary InformationNY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $325,000 to $375,000 at the time of posting. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is exempt meaning it is not overtime pay eligible. Simpson Thacher will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Privacy NoticeFor information about how Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP collects and processes your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Notice available at https://www.stblaw.com/other/privacy-notice. Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.