OfcomAbout this role
Location London Hours Full Time Salary Negotiable About the Role As the UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom plays a vital role in keeping the UK connected and shaping the future of communications. The AI & Machine Learning Principal will join the Online Safety Technology team, which conducts research and builds Ofcom’s technical understanding of technologies fundamental to online safety, including AI, machine learning, digital identity, privacy-enhancing technologies, decentralisation, and more. This role involves leading Ofcom’s technical thinking on AI and machine learning as they relate to online safety. You will set direction for major technical programmes, act as a principal adviser to senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams, and lead the assessment of AI systems used by regulated services. You will translate complex and sometimes incomplete evidence into clear, proportionate, and technically robust advice supporting policy development, supervision, enforcement, and regulatory decision-making. The role also involves shaping Ofcom’s longer-term approach to AI governance, Responsible AI, and AI assurance; building organisational capability through leadership, mentoring, and knowledge sharing; and representing Ofcom with industry, academia, government, standards bodies, and international regulators. Please note this role may require viewing or assessing harmful or sensitive online content as part of technical research or regulatory work. Ofcom provides safeguards and support to minimise unnecessary exposure.
Company:
Ofcom
Level of experience (years):
Senior (5+ years of experience)
How to apply:
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