About SAMY
SAMY is the global powerhouse leading the evolution of brand communication. We help brands matter in a social-first world through research, creativity, technology, and integrated influencer marketing to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions and drive growth for brands. With over 1000 employees in 15+ offices across 18 countries (Europe, U.S., Latin America) and operating in 55 markets, SAMY serves over 100 leading clients, specializing in award-winning, end-to-end digital campaigns.
Mission
SAMY is strengthening its global Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance capabilities. We are looking for an AI Governance Manager to lead, structure, and evolve our global AI governance, risk management, and compliance framework across all SAMY entities.
This is a key leadership role responsible for establishing AI governance foundations, managing AI-related risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and integrating AI oversight into existing Information Security and GRC structures. The role combines operational risk management (approximately 50%) with building and implementing new AI governance initiatives (approximately 50%).
The ideal candidate may come from a GRC, Information Security, Risk Management, or AI Governance background, or be a strong GRC professional ready to expand into AI governance leadership. What matters most is the ability to bring structure, ownership, and direction in a complex, international environment while enabling responsible AI adoption.
Job Functions
AI Governance & Strategy
Lead and own AI governance across all SAMY entities
Define AI policies, standards, and responsible AI principles
Integrate AI governance into existing GRC and security frameworks
Act as the main point of contact for AI governance topics
Risk Management & Compliance (50%)
Establish and manage AI risk management framework
Identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks
Ensure compliance with regulations (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR)
Maintain risk register and reporting to leadership
Support internal and external audits
AI Governance Build & Innovation (50%)
Design and implement AI governance framework
Define AI lifecycle governance and approval processes
Establish AI vendor and third-party risk management
Build governance maturity roadmap and drive adoption
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Collaborate with IT, Legal, HR, and business teams
Manage external AI vendors and governance partners
Advise leadership on AI risk and governance strategy
Continuous Improvement & Awareness
Conduct assessments across SAMY entities
Drive remediation and governance improvements
Promote responsible AI culture and awareness