At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead AI governance and ensure ethical AI adoption across the Government Commercial Agency.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking government agency focused on impactful AI solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on inclusion and innovation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI in government and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Experience in AI governance and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 72771 - 80776 £ per year.
About the Role
Salary: £72,771-£80,776
Location: Liverpool / Birmingham / Norwich / Newport
Contract: Permanent / Compressed Hours
Closing Date: 22/06/2026
Job Summary
Lead the enterprise AI governance across the Government Commercial Agency (GCA), advising on safe, ethical, and highly impactful AI adoption, line-managing a multi-functional team, and bridging innovative AI capabilities with rigorous corporate governance.
Key Accountabilities
- Deliver and operationalise GCA’s AI Governance and Risk Management Framework, ensuring alignment with the UK Government AI Playbook and the Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard.
- Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of AI use cases, from discovery through validation to Go/No-Go gates, ensuring each initiative has a validated value case proving ROI and technical feasibility.
- Identify, audit, and remediate undocumented or decentralised AI (Shadow AI), maintaining a real-time registry of assured AI assets and vetting third-party vendors.
- Act as an AI governance advisor to senior leadership, providing counsel on emerging risks, market trends, and regulatory shifts.
- Champion a customer-led approach to AI design, using deep user research and feedback loops to improve AI products and enhance decision-making insights.
- Build and direct multi-functional delivery teams, fostering an inclusive, high-trust culture and supporting the GCA Inclusion.
Head of AI Impact employer: Crown Commercial Service
As a leading employer in the Government Commercial Agency, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries and the flexibility of compressed hours, our team members enjoy a supportive environment where innovative ideas thrive, particularly in the rapidly evolving field of AI governance. Located in vibrant cities like Liverpool, Birmingham, Norwich, and Newport, we offer unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
