Responsible AI & Data Specialist with a focus on operation

Company Description
Are you passionate about responsible artificial intelligence and data? Do you want to be part of accelerating H&M Group’s work in this area? Come join us!
At H&M Group we are committed to working with data and artificial intelligence in a responsible way, and our multi-disciplinary Responsible AI & Data team is growing. We are now looking for a Responsible AI & Data Specialist, with focus on operationalization and execution of H&M Group’s responsible AI and data strategy, 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 any unintentional harm by our AI and data-driven business operations.
Read more about our mission here.
Job Description
As a Responsible AI & Data Specialist focusing on operationalizing and executing H&M Group’s responsible AI and data strategy, you will be an important part in realizing our vision across H&M Group. You will be performing assessments of AI and data products throughout different product lifecycle stages, providing necessary support to various governance initiatives and the Responsible AI and data training and awareness raising program, as well as contributing to other activities of the Responsible AI & Data team.
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.
What you will do
Responsible AI & Data is a multi-disciplinary area, bridging the fields of machine learning and data science with law, psychology, ethics and philosophy, human rights and public affairs. You will be part of a growing inter-disciplinary team with great possibilities to develop in the area and advance your career. Your main focus areas will be:
· Managing the end-to-end operation of responsible AI and data assessment processes across the H&M Group and with relevant stakeholders from initiation to follow-up.
· Orchestrating early risk and impact assessment of AI and data products and, in collaboration with experts from relevant domains, supporting product teams and business units in creating suitable response plans where necessary.
· Providing necessary support to various governance initiatives and in-depth ethical reviews of AI and data products.
· Contributing to the development and delivery of Responsible AI & Data training and awareness-raising initiatives.
· Supporting other ongoing projects and initiatives in the Responsible AI & Data team.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, we believe you have the following qualifications:
- A true passion for shaping the future of Responsible AI and data.
- At the minimum a master’s degree in social sciences, philosophy, or law with a strong focus on AI and data. Alternatively, a master’s degree in data science, machine learning or similar with strong interest in the social, ethical, and legal dimensions of AI and data.
- 2+ years of experience in the operations of AI or data governance. Professional experience working with the operations of Responsible AI and data is highly desirable.
- Professional experience in technology-related risk assessment and management, ethics and compliance, or similar.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English as well as interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
An understanding of or interest in global ethical AI and data frameworks and the associated regulatory landscapes is a plus.
Additional Information
This is a full-time permanent position in Stockholm. You will report to the Head of Responsible AI & Data.
Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than the 16th of January 2022. Due to the Christmas holidays, please expect a delay in response between December 23rd and January 3rd. Due to GDPR, we don't accept applications through email.
For questions about the position, please contact Talent Acquisition Partner Amanda Nilsson: amandax.nilsson@hm.com.
We are looking forward to your application