NielsenIQ
AI Governance Lead (HR)
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NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.
Job Description
We are seeking an AI Governance Lead to establish and oversee governance practices across HR, starting with Talent Acquisition and expanding over time into broader HR governance.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of governance practices across HR, beginning with Talent Acquisition
- Define and embed governance standards for the responsible use of AI in HR and Talent Acquisition, including screening, matching, assessment, workflow automation, and decision support tools
- Identify and assess risks related to data privacy, data retention, lawful processing, data sharing, access management, and AI-related decision risk
- Partner with Legal, Privacy, Security, Procurement, Technology, HR stakeholders, and suppliers to define governance standards, controls, decision rights, and escalation paths
- Review HR and TA processes, systems, and vendor arrangements to identify compliance gaps, operational risks, and AI governance concerns
- Establish practical controls for AI-related risk, including fairness, transparency, explainability, human oversight, documentation, and vendor accountability
- Drive governance-related projects and remediation plans, ensuring clear ownership, timelines, and stakeholder alignment
- Support the development and maintenance of retention requirements, processing standards, guidance, and governance documentation
- Translate legal, regulatory, and policy requirements into practical operating processes and guardrails for HR and TA teams
- Provide oversight and challenge on the implementation or use of HR and TA tools, with a focus on compliant and responsible data and AI practices
- Build reporting and governance updates for senior stakeholders to track risk, progress, decisions, and readiness
- Promote awareness and adoption of sound governance practices across HR and Talent Acquisition teams globally
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Qualifications
Must have:
- Significant experience in stakeholder management across multiple functions and levels
- Strong project or program management experience, ideally across risk, compliance, governance, process, systems, or transformation initiatives
- Good understanding of data privacy, data retention, data processing, and access management principles
- Working knowledge of global legal, regulatory, and governance frameworks relevant to HR data and AI-enabled decision making, including GDPR, UK GDPR / Data Protection Act, the EU AI Act, automated decision-making considerations, and other applicable local privacy, employment, and AI-related requirements
- Awareness of global responsible AI expectations and practical governance considerations such as fairness, transparency, explainability, documentation, accountability, and human oversight
- Experience drafting, implementing, or overseeing policies, controls, governance frameworks, or operating standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex requirements for business audiences
Preferred:
- Experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Governance, Risk, Compliance, Data Privacy, or Responsible AI
- Experience working with Talent Acquisition or HR tools and related processes
- Exposure to vendor governance, risk assessments, audit activity, privacy reviews, or control frameworks
- Experience working in a global or multi-jurisdiction environment
- Familiarity with global AI governance frameworks or standards such as NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, ISO/IEC 23894, or equivalent responsible AI approaches
Plus:
- Direct experience with Talent Acquisition tools, HR platforms, or implementation/change activity in HR systems
- Familiarity with candidate lifecycle data, consent, retention schedules, and vendor data processing considerations
- Experience supporting governance for AI-enabled hiring, assessment, matching, or workflow tools
Success measures:
- Governance framework established for Talent Acquisition, with a clear path to broader HR governance ownership
- Improved visibility of privacy, retention, processing, and AI-related risks across HR and TA
- Stronger controls and more consistent governance practices across systems, vendors, and processes
- Clear and timely remediation of identified risks or compliance gaps
- Effective stakeholder engagement and decision-making across HR and partner functions
- Practical governance standards in place for the responsible use of AI across HR and Talent Acquisition
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Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQ
NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.
For more information, visit NIQ.com
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the Diversity and Inclusion page.
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