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Sector Associate – AI & Cyber Security
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Sector Associate – AI & Cyber Security
Covent Garden - Remote
About the role
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity within BSI Knowledge Solutions’ Digital Sector team, reporting to the Sector Lead for AI and Cyber Security. The successful candidate will support the development and delivery of BSI’s work in AI and cyber security through research, analysis, stakeholder engagement and programme coordination. Working across industry, government, academia and regulatory communities, they will help monitor emerging technology, policy and standards developments while contributing to initiatives that build confidence in digital systems and responsible innovation.
This role is ideal for an early-career professional with a background in AI, cyber security, digital technologies or a related discipline, strong analytical and organisational skills, and the ability to translate complex technical and policy topics into clear insights and recommendations.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Sector Lead in delivering BSI’s AI and Cyber Security activities through research, briefing preparation and coordination.
- Monitor AI, cyber security and digital technology developments, providing clear insights and recommendations.
- Gather and analyse evidence on market trends, policy developments, standards needs and innovation priorities.
- Build and maintain stakeholder relationships by supporting engagement across industry, government, regulators and academia.
- Coordinate events, workshops and forums, including preparation of materials and follow-up actions.
- Contribute to business cases, proposals and internal papers by conducting research and drafting content.
- Support project and programme delivery through meeting coordination, action tracking and record management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sector insights, communications materials and stakeholder updates.
To be successful in the role, you will have:
- A degree (or equivalent experience) in AI, cyber security, data science, computer science, engineering, digital technologies or a related discipline.
- Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise briefings and recommendations.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, records and follow-up actions effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with a range of stakeholders.
- A collaborative and proactive approach, demonstrating reliability, responsiveness and the ability to work across teams.
- An interest in AI, cyber security, digital standards, policy and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn and develop sector expertise.
- Knowledge of key organisations, stakeholders and policy developments within the AI, cyber security or digital technology landscape.
- Experience supporting stakeholder engagement, workshops, projects or programmes in a professional, academic or research environment.
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At BSI, we offer opportunities to work across industries and across the globe. You’ll benefit from the different perspectives and experiences of your international colleagues, as well as ongoing training and development. We offer flexible working, as well as 27 days’ annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle.
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Now we’re taking on society’s biggest challenges. We’re developing standards and guidelines that will help our customers get to net zero, and we’re defining the way new technologies such as AI impact all our lives.
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About Us
BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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