Data Ethics & Responsible AI Lead

We believe in better. And we make it happen.  

Better content. Better products. And better careers.  

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.  

We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.  

And we do it all right here at Sky. 

What you'll do 

• Champion of Responsible AI & Data Ethics: Lead initiatives to establish and promote a culture of ethical & responsible AI use across the organisation. Develop strategies to embed ethical considerations in AI applications from design to deployment.  

• Design and Governance of AI Ethics Framework: Create and implement a robust framework that guides AI systems' ethical development, deployment, and continuous monitoring. Ensure AI practices comply with international standards and reflect the organisation's commitment to ethical operations.  

• AI Model Ethics Review and Audit: Establish protocols for regular ethics reviews and audits of AI models to ensure compliance with ethical standards throughout their lifecycle. 

• Legal Liaison and Compliance Assurance: Direct collaboration with legal departments to align with the letter and spirit of the law surrounding data use, storage, and movement. This includes designing and implementing solutions that ensure compliance visibility. 

• Training and Capacity Building: Develop and deliver training programs focused on Responsible AI principles to raise awareness and embed these practices across the organisation. Facilitate workshops and seminars to ensure ongoing learning and engagement with AI ethics. 

• Stakeholder Engagement and Policy Advocacy: Actively engage with industry groups, regulatory bodies, and technology partners to advocate for ethical AI practices. Represent the organisation in external forums to share insights and learn from global best practices. 

• Responsible AI Impact Assessments: Implement impact assessments for all AI projects to evaluate their ethical, social, and legal implications. Integrate these assessments into the project development process to ensure responsible implementation. 

• Innovation in Ethical AI Practices: Sponsor research and innovation projects focused on enhancing ethical AI practices. Collaborate with academic institutions and research centres to explore new methodologies for fairness, accountability, and transparency in AI. 

What you'll bring 

• 7+ years of experience in Responsible AI, Data Ethics, strategy development, and execution with an understanding of ethical considerations in AI and data practices. 

• Expertise in AI Ethics and Governance: Demonstrable knowledge of the ethical issues associated with AI, such as bias, fairness, and transparency, with experience in developing or managing AI systems. 

• Strategic Leadership and Policy Development: Proven ability to lead organizational strategy around Responsible AI, influence internal policies, and contribute to industry-wide standards. 

• Advanced Technical Skills: Strong technical background to understand and critique complex AI and machine learning technologies, ensuring they align with ethical guidelines. 

• Effective Communication and Advocacy: Excellent communication skills can articulate complex AI and ethical concepts to diverse audiences, from technical teams to executive boards. 

• Collaborative and Influential Leadership: Skilled in working within matrix organisations and leading cross-functional teams. Ability to influence culture and implement change across traditional and non-traditional reporting lines. 

• Project Management and Implementation: Strong project management skills, with experience leading large-scale projects that combine practical and cultural elements to embed Responsible AI practices in business operations. 

• Relationship Management: Exceptional ability to manage relationships across all levels of the organisation and with external stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and discretion on sensitive matters. 

Group Data Hub 

Want to unlock the power of data? Our Group Data Hub works with millions of data transformations every day to deliver value, improve customer experience and enable new product launches. From architecture to analytics and engineering to science: it’s how we bring customers more of what they love. 

The rewards  

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster: 

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place 

• The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate 

• A generous pension package 

• Private healthcare 

• Discounted mobile and broadband 

• A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences 

Inclusion & how you'll work 

We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can. 

We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process. 

Osterley

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There’s also plenty of bike shelters and showers. 

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

We'd love to hear from you  

Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It’s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.  

But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. We embrace each other’s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet. 

If you believe in better, we’ll back you all the way. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.