Deloitte South Africa is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to build and expand our AI Assurance capability within the Technology Assurance portfolio. This role is ideal for a senior professional with deep expertise in AI governance, risk, and controls assurance — and a strong track record in leading teams, engaging senior stakeholders, and driving market growth.You will be responsible for shaping Deloitte’s AI assurance offering, establishing market presence, overseeing the delivery of high-quality engagements, and playing a pivotal role in helping organisations adopt AI safely, responsibly, and in alignment with emerging regulatory expectations.Market Leadership & GrowthDrive business development efforts to grow Deloitte’s AI Assurance practice in South Africa and support broader Africa Member Firm needs.Originate and shape new AI governance, risk, and assurance opportunities across industries.Build and maintain strong executive‑level relationships with C‑suite leaders, boards, audit committees, and risk stakeholders.Represent Deloitte as a market thought leader on AI governance, responsible AI, and assurance over AI systems and models.Contribute to go‑to‑market strategies, thought leadership, and industry engagements focused on safe and trustworthy AI adoption.Service Delivery & InnovationLead complex assurance engagements across AI governance, AI risk management, AI controls assurance, model risk management, and responsible/ethical AI.Conduct readiness assessments and assurance over regulatory‑aligned frameworks (e.g., EU AI Act‑aligned controls, local regulatory expectations).Oversee design and execution of assurance methodologies for AI systems, including controls testing, governance evaluation, documentation review, and risk assessments.Ensure that assurance solutions remain aligned with leading standards and frameworks such as:ISO/IEC 42001 (AI Management System)NIST AI Risk Management FrameworkKing IV / emerging King VSOC 1 / SOC 2 / ISAE 3402 where applicableCoordinate closely with technology implementation teams (who handle design/build work) to ensure clear separation of assurance and implementation services.Deliver high‑quality, risk-based, and value-driven outcomes for clients that address trust, transparency, fairness, robustness, and accountability in AI systems.Bring innovative thinking around the use of automation and analytics to enhance assurance delivery.Team Leadership & Development Build, mentor, and lead a growing AI Assurance team, developing capability from a lean foundation into a scalable, high-performing unit.Foster a culture of excellence, inclusion, curiosity, and continuous learning — with a focus on emerging AI risk and governance skills.Collaborate with regional and global Deloitte teams to leverage leading practices, methodologies, and accelerators.Provide coaching, performance management, and technical guidance to practitioners at all levels
