Director - AI Services - AI Governance and Attestation - Zurich Assurance

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

As Director of AI Services – AI Data, Governance and Attestation, you will drive the development and delivery of Assurance AI services (including AI data quality & AI model testing) across Switzerland. You will be responsible for shaping the strategic direction of Assurance AI service offerings, building and scaling the team, and ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with regulatory and ethical standards.

Your key responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of AI data quality/readiness and model testing and validation frameworks, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
• Oversee data quality testing protocols to ensure integrity and reliability of AI-ready data used in Assurance engagements.
• Drive on go-to-market strategies, including client activation, proposal development, and engagement acceptance.
• Collaborate across Assurance subservice lines to integrate AI governance into broader transformation and risk offerings.
• Engage shared services and centers of excellence to standardize data supply chain operations.
• Maintain and expand relationships with key stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, clients, and internal leadership.

Skills and attributes for success

• 10+ years of working experience including a degree in Business, Technology/Data Science, Finance, Statistics or related field.
• Proven experience in AI model validation, data quality assurance, and risk management.
• Familiarity with data supply chain related initiatives to standardize and centralize data operations services such as those provided by shared services or center of excellence.
• Strong understanding of AI governance frameworks and regulatory compliance (GDPR, EU AI Act, etc.).
• Demonstrated success in client-facing roles, including proposal development and strategic account activation.
• External certifications in AI governance, ethics, or compliance.
• Experience working across multiple service lines within Assurance.
• Familiarity with centralized data operations and shared service models.

What we offer

EY Switzerland offers you to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with around 3,000 employees from 64 different countries. You will collaborate with the best, learn from the best, and continually grow, as we invest a significant portion of our annual turnover in the personal development and training of our employees.

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Have we sparked your interest?

We look forward to receiving your complete application with a CV, cover letter, certificates, and transcript of grades. For more information, please contact our recruitment team ( / ).

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