Digital Ethics Lead

Company Description


At H&M Group we are committed to working with data, artificial intelligence and digital technology in a responsible way, and our multi-disciplinary Responsible AI & Data team is growing. We are now looking for a Digital Ethics Lead, to join us and be part of further accelerating this work.
Founded in 2018, our Responsible AI & Data team works on a twofold mission: to use AI and data as a force for good to create meaningful growth and reach H&M Group’s sustainability goals, and to actively work to prevent causing unintentional harm by our AI and data-driven business operations.
Read more about our mission here.


Job Description


As a Digital Ethics Lead at H&M Group you will have both a strategic role to create a consistent way of working with questions related to digital ethics across the company, and at the same time provide operational on-demand support to the business.

Your main responsibilities will be:
· Act as subject matter expert for digital ethics at H&M Group
· Lead the overall digital ethics agenda
· Responsible for policies and guidelines within the area of digital ethics company-wide
· Chair relevant internal forums in coordination with key stakeholders
· Provide guidance and support in digital ethics to the business
· Initiate and drive various training and awareness-raising initiatives
· Provide ethics expertise to governance processes and tools for AI, data-driven technologies and other emerging digital technologies

The position is both fun and challenging. You will work in a fast-paced dynamic environment with some of the best people in advanced analytics and AI. You will also work in close collaboration with a variety of domain experts across the company.
We offer you a great opportunity for personal development, and the possibility not only to develop Responsible AI & Data within H&M Group, but also be part of shaping the future and defining what responsible AI and data means for the whole retail industry. You would have the satisfaction of knowing that your work has an important impact on both the business and the rest of the world.
At H&M Group, we believe in people and we work as one team. Our diversity makes us strong and creates an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone’s individuality is highly valued. The pace is fast, and we always challenge each other to think creatively. We thrive developing great people, not just great products.


Qualifications


To be successful in this role, we believe you have the following qualifications:
· Degree in social science or philosophy with a focus on the ethics of technology and data
· Deep understanding of ethical and governance issues at the intersection of technology, ethics and society
· Demonstrated experience and knowledge of methods for ethical assessment of digital technology from working in the industry or academia
· Strong stakeholder management skills
· Ability to navigate a fast-changing environment
· Ability to drive strategic work as well as support business on-demand
· Excellent written and oral communication skills in English as well as interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders


Additional Information


This is a full-time permanent position. You will report to the Head of Responsible AI & Data.
Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 14th of August 2022. We will start handling applications in the middle of August. Due to GDPR, we do not accept applications through email.
For questions about the position, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Amanda Nilsson: amandax.nilsson@hm.com. Due to the summer holidays, please expect a delay in response.
We are looking forward to your application!