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AI Compliance & Controls Specialist

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Full Time
$80,000 - $120,000*
2 months ago
Spain
AI Governance & Programs
Mid
AI
Machine Learning
Compliance
+2 more

Job Description

AI Compliance & Controls Specialist

Country: Spain

IT STARTS HERE

Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.

This is more than a strategic shift. It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

Our Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAIO) division is building a world-class AI & Data team to make a difference in the lives of over 170 million people worldwide, through one of the largest banks in the world.

We are undergoing one of the biggest transformations in our history and technology is at the heart of our strategy. Join our team to play a part in one of the most important technological projects for the financial sector in the world.

Our mission is to contribute to helping more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.  Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. This job offer is an opportunity not only to join a great company but also to collaborate in projects that have a real impact on society.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

AI Compliance & Controls Specialist (3 positions)

AI Control Framework Design & Implementation

About the role

At Santander, we are building a world-class AI & Data organization to drive innovation at scale and impact the lives of over 170 million people globally. As part of our strategic ambition to become an AI-First bank, we are seeking an AI Compliance & Controls Specialist.

You will help to design and implement an effective AI control framework, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation through a technically grounded and pragmatic approach.

Key Responsibilities

Control Framework & Design

  • Define and maintain the AI control framework aligned with COSO, COBIT, NIST, and internal standards.

  • Design technical and operational controls across the AI lifecycle, including:

    • Training and validation data controls

    • Model explainability, robustness, and bias management

    • Monitoring, performance tracking, and retraining

Implementation & Assurance

  • Work closely with technical teams to ensure effective control implementation.

  • Define control evidence, testing approaches, and control metrics.

  • Support self-assessments, 2LoD reviews, and internal control activities.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.

The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

  • Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business Administration, or similar.

Professional Experience

  • (Required).

Hard Skills

  • Experience in internal control, technical compliance, or IT controls (Required).

  • Knowledge of control frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, or NIST (Required).

  • Experience in MLOps, Data Governance, or Model Risk Management (Preferred).

  • Certifications related to internal control, IT risk, or compliance (Preferred).

Soft Skills

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT

Your contribution matters, and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.

  • We’re enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.

  • Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working models—some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours.

  • Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)

  • Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.

  • Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.

  • Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.

  • We know family is everything. That’s why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.

  • Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.

  • Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that’s only the beginning—we’ll tell you more when you join!

We’re here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.

LOCAL COMPLIANCE

Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
 

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR JOURNEY?

Requirements

  • Define and maintain the AI control framework aligned with COSO, COBIT, NIST, and internal standards.
  • Design technical and operational controls across the AI lifecycle, including: Training and validation data controls, Model explainability, robustness, and bias management, Monitoring, performance tracking, and retraining.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain AI controls.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for AI controls and frameworks.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate AI-related risks.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulatory requirements for AI compliance.

Skills

AI
Machine Learning
Compliance
Data
Controls

About AI-Estimated Salary

The salary range shown was not provided by the employer. Our AI has estimated it based on the job title, required experience, location, and industry standards (confidence: 80%). This estimate should be used as a general guide only and may not reflect the actual compensation. Always confirm salary details directly with the employer during the application process.

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Salary Range (AI-Estimated)*
$80,000 - $120,000
80% confidence
Posted 2 months ago

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