AI & Life IT Risk Manager (m/f/d)

136686 | 80 - 100% | Oerlikon, Zürich | Hybrid

Are you fascinated by IT risk management and Artificial Intelligence? Do you want to actively help shape how Zurich uses new technologies safely and responsibly? Do you enjoy analyzing complex relationships, making risks transparent, and formulating recommendations that support decisions up to the highest level?

As an AI & Life IT Risk Manager, you will be part of the Risk Management business unit in the field of IT risk management and will actively shape the further development of Zurich Switzerland. Together with your team, you will take on a central role in monitoring and controlling AI governance and risks. In addition, you will focus on strategic and operational IT risks in the Life business unit. You can expect a dynamic environment that promotes innovation, responsibility, and collaboration - and in which learning and further development are expressly desired. With your structured thinking and pragmatic way of working, you will sustainably develop our risk management regarding AI and IT.

What awaits you

• As an expert for AI risks, you will take on a key role in monitoring and ensure a structured AI governance process
• You will be the central contact person for IT risks in the Life business unit and support stakeholders with new products, projects, and migrations
• You will make risks transparent, question existing assessments, and conduct structured risk analyses together with the business
• You will actively develop the AI governance framework - in close cooperation with Legal, Compliance, and IT
• You will introduce the risk and governance perspective early on into IT projects and new AI use cases, so that innovative solutions are implemented safely and responsibly

What distinguishes you

• Completed studies with a technical focus (e.g., computer science, business informatics), supplemented by further training or certifications in IT and risk management (e.g., CRISC, AAIR, CISSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor)
• Professional experience in IT or AI risk management, ideally in the insurance industry (Life is an advantage) or another regulated environment
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST, COBIT) - or the willingness to learn quickly and thoroughly
• Strong analytical and technical competence, high affinity for data and technology, as well as a structured, independent way of working with quick comprehension
• Enjoyment of collaborating with various specialist departments, the ability to convey complex topics understandably, as well as very good German and good English skills in spoken and written form

Good to know

Part-time or full-time: 80 - 100%

Work location: Oerlikon, Zürich

Start date: from 01.02.2027 or by arrangement

Travel activity: No travel activities

Hybrid working: up to 40%

Everything regarding your application

In a first step, you can apply directly to us online - for this, you only need your CV. Further information about the application process can be found here.

We value an efficient and appreciative application process. The Talent Acquisition Team reviews your application personally, without the use of artificial intelligence. From your first personal meeting with the responsible manager, you will always receive individual feedback from us. Because we are convinced: meaningful feedback is based on personal exchange.

For this position, we do not work with recruitment agencies. Unsolicited applications will neither be considered nor remunerated.

Do you have any questions? Philippe, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant is happy to assist you at +41 44 628 32 20.