AI & Data Risk Program Manager

Vanguard

Business Project Manager supporting Vanguard's AI Risk organization by managing risk governance forums and executive materials. Leading strategic AI Risk program to ensure alignment and efficient execution.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support strategic AI Risk program
Serve as the AI Risk program manager to help stand up a new enterprise AI Risk function
Lead multiple projects or major workstreams from planning through delivery
Collaborate with partners across IT and GR&S to maintain alignment and momentum
Manage resource and budget planning to support responsible and efficient execution
Track key metrics, insights, and portfolio-level reporting to enable data-driven decision-making
Share clear updates, address challenges, and influence cross-functional stakeholders
Assist with planning and scheduling initiatives to support smooth adoption of new programs
Champion organizational change by supporting communication, training, and readiness efforts
Act as a Risk Governance Analyst supporting facilitation of the AI Executive Risk Committee

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
At least 5 years in business project management, stakeholder engagement, or process optimization
Bachelor’s degree or MBA in Project Management, Business Administration, or related field; graduate degree preferred but not required
Experience in investment-related or global/multi-country environments is a plus
Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influence skills
Demonstrated ability to develop strategic roadmaps and implement process improvements
High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and project reporting tools
Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize complex work, and adapt in a dynamic environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working model
Professional development opportunities
Hybrid working model

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementstakeholder engagementprocess optimizationstrategic roadmapsdata-driven decision-makingbudget planningresource managementmetrics trackingAI Risk managementorganizational change

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship-buildinginfluencecollaborationadaptabilityplanningschedulingleadershipproblem-solvingcross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMBAProject Management certification