Ai governance manager

Head of Centre of Excellence (CoE) for AI Governance

SR2 is supporting a major public sector transformation programme and are looking for an experienced Head of Centre of Excellence to establish and lead an AI Governance CoE.

This is a strategic leadership role where you'll shape how AI governance is embedded across a large, complex organisation, ensuring robust oversight whilst enabling innovation and delivery.

Role:

• Establish and scale an AI Governance Centre of Excellence
• Design the CoE operating model, governance structure and service catalogue
• Create governance frameworks, controls and oversight mechanisms for AI and emerging technologies
• Build executive sponsorship and secure buy-in from senior stakeholders across multiple functions
• Lead organisational change and drive adoption of governance practices
• Define CoE services including:

Demand intake

Project triage and prioritization

Portfolio oversight

Design and architecture assurance

Engagement models with delivery teams

Develop strategic recommendations for senior leadership

Shape organisational design, workforce planning and operating models

Create practical governance that supports delivery rather than slows it down

Requirements:

• Significant leadership experience establishing or scaling Centres of Excellence, governance functions or similar capability hubs
• Experience within AI, Automation, Data, Digital or Cloud governance environments
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience operating in complex political environments
• Track record influencing senior executives and securing organisational buy-in
• Experience designing governance frameworks and embedding controls into delivery processes
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical implementation
• Experience developing operating models, governance structures and adoption strategies

If you're passionate about building governance models that enable responsible innovation at scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with a copy of your CV and Emma from SR2 will contact potential applicants regarding next steps.