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Position Overview

Job Title Change Execution Director, AI and Data in Credit Risk

Location London

Corporate Title Director

As the Change Execution Director for AI and Data in Credit Risk, you will be a senior leader responsible for driving the successful implementation of our most critical artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives. You will oversee the end-to-end delivery of programs that embed AI/ML models and advanced data analytics into our core credit risk decisioning and management processes. This strategic role requires a blend of program management discipline, a sophisticated understanding of the AI/ML lifecycle, and deep expertise in the credit risk domain. You will act as the key bridge between data science, technology, business, and control functions to ensure changes are delivered responsibly and effectively.

What well offer you

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. Thats why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its centre.

You can expect:

• Hybrid Working - we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for them

• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days

• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family

• A range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefits

• The opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days volunteering leave per year

Your key responsibilities

• Own and drive the execution of complex, cross-functional programs focused on the deployment and adoption of AI/ML models and advanced analytics in the credit risk domain.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior managers across Credit Risk, Data Science, Model Risk Management, Technology, and Operations to ensure alignment on AI strategy and execution.

• Conduct thorough assessments of how new AI models and data platforms will impact existing risk management frameworks, processes, and systems. Develop comprehensive implementation and transition plans.

• Establish robust governance for AI/ML projects, ensuring adherence to model risk management policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical AI principles. Provide clear reporting on progress, risks, and model performance to executive committees.

• Partner with business and data science teams to define, track, and realise the intended benefits of AI initiatives, such as improved risk accuracy, operational efficiency, and new business insights.

• Lead and mentor a team of project and change managers, fostering a culture of excellence in delivering transformative AI-driven change.

Your skills and experience

• Extensive experience running large-scale change programs within financial services, with a proven track record of delivering complex AI, data science, or quantitative analytics projects.

• Deep subject matter expertise in credit risk management, the end-to-end credit lifecycle, and an understanding of related regulations (e.g., model risk management).

• Strong understanding of the AI/ML model lifecycle, from development and validation to deployment, monitoring, and governance.

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical executive stakeholders.

• Expertise in program management methodologies and applying them to the unique challenges of AI and data science projects.

How well support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career

• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities

• Coaching and support from experts in your team

• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression

• We value diversity and as an equal opportunities employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g. screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards)

About us

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Click here to see what we do.

Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to be named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality and has been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers.

If you have a disability, health condition, or require any adjustments during the application process, we encourage you to contact our Adjustments Concierge on adjustmentsconcierge@db.com to discuss.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
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