Head (m/f/d) of AI & Data Responsibility

Head (m/f/d) of AI & Data Responsibility

Permanent

 

 

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Help hearts beat with micro-particles? Work on solutions involving precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead. Whether production, research, sales or administration - we love being the invisible force behind innovation. We deliver world-class quality in the areas of Precious Metals, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics and Industrials. As one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany, we employ around 15,100 employees in 40 countries. 

 

Driving innovation. Building trust. Shaping the future of AI.
As Head (m/f/d) of AI & Data Responsibility, you will create the framework that empowers AI-driven innovation across Heraeus while ensuring the highest standards of ethics, compliance, and risk management. This is a unique opportunity to shape how a global technology company leverages AI and data for years to come.

The following challenges await you:

• Develop and lead the company-wide AI & Data Governance framework
• Ensure compliance with AI, data privacy, and regulatory requirements (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR)
• Define and oversee AI and data risk management standards, controls, and approval processes
• Embed governance requirements throughout the AI and data lifecycle
• Establish standards for data ethics, data quality, privacy, and responsible AI use
• Advise senior leaders on AI-related risks, opportunities, and governance decisions
• Drive AI literacy and governance awareness through training, tools, and enablement programs
• Monitor emerging regulations and industry best practices and translate them into internal standards
• Lead audits, certifications, and regulatory inquiries related to AI and data governance
• Lead and develop the AI & Data Responsibility team, including priorities, budget, and external partnerships
  
  

Your profile:

• Several years of experience in AI Governance, Data Governance, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field
• Strong understanding of AI, data management, and digital technologies
• Expertise in relevant regulations, including the EU AI Act and GDPR
• Proven experience designing and implementing governance frameworks and controls
• Strong risk management and stakeholder management capabilities
• Leadership experience in international and cross-functional environments
• Ability to influence and advise senior executives on complex regulatory and ethical topics
• Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, results-driven approach
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

What we offer:

• Strong salary package - attractive base salary plus bonus and support for private pension plan
• Modern working time arrangements - time sovereignty without time recording, focus on results-oriented work
• Regular time off - 30 days annual leave plus up to 6 additional days off (company closures on bridge days and between years), special leave for special occasions, life phase account for paid time off (e.g. sabbatical, earlier retirement)
• Additional benefits - subsidized public transport, discounts in many (online) stores, company medical service with comprehensive preventive medical check-ups, sports facilities and employee canteen with freshly prepared meals every day
• Sustainability and social commitment - sustainability as part of the corporate strategy and targeted support for initiatives in the areas of education, family and science through our own foundations