The Risk Transformation area within Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) is the engine driving innovation and modernization for risk management at BBVA CIB. Our mission is to operationally and technologically transform the general risk function through end-to-end project execution. We integrate next-generation solutions into our portfolio, embedding artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and self-service agents. Working in close collaboration with CIB Business Units, CIB Engineering, CIB AI Transformation, and GRM, we design and deploy cutting-edge tools that optimize decision-making, boost technical efficiency, and ensure robust, comprehensive risk control

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the CIB Risk AI Champion , you will act as the Product Owner for the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Portfolio within CIB Risk. You will hold direct accountability for delivering measurable business value and ensuring the long-term sustainability of deployed AI solutions.

Your core responsibility will be to lead the AI strategy across the CIB Risk domain. This includes prioritizing the self-service agent portfolio, guiding developers and technical experts (Wizards), driving continuous governance, and executing top-down strategic initiatives in alignment with key senior stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Management and Prioritization of the AI Agent Portfolio (Self-Service):
- Evaluate potential use cases across CIB Risk domains.
- Define and defend strategic Business Cases for each AI initiative.
- Assess alternative technology stacks in partnership with Architecture and Data teams.
- Coordination and Leadership of "Wizards":
- Guide, coordinate, and supervise Wizards (technical leads responsible for building and maintaining self-service agents).
- Ensure technical developments directly align with operational business needs and Group quality standards.




- Drive end-to-end governance of deployed AI solutions, ensuring continuous monitoring, management of operational/technology risks, and ongoing evolution.
- Guarantee adherence to ethical, internal, and regulatory standards regarding AI models and solutions.
- Top-Down Strategic AI Transformation Initiatives:
- Identify high-impact, cross-functional transformation opportunities across CIB Risk business lines.
- Spearhead the execution of strategic initiatives alongside key teams (CIB AI Transformation, CIB Engineering, etc.).

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

- General Experience: 10+ years in Transformation, Strategy, or Engineering within Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), Financial Services Management Consulting, or Tech/AI Portfolio Management.
- Specific Experience: 3–5 years leading Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, or Digital Transformation projects applied to financial/corporate risk.

Education

- Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
- An MBA or professional financial certification (CFA, FRM) is highly valued.

Technical & Business Expertise

- Financial & Corporate Risk Management: Solid understanding of CIB products (M&A;, Project Finance, Global Markets, Credit Risk, etc.).
- Technology & Artificial Intelligence: Deep knowledge of practical applications of AI, Machine Learning, LLMs, and self-service agent architectures.
- Business Case & ROI Definition: Proven ability to quantify ROI and financial impact for tech and AI initiatives.
- Model & Data Governance: Familiarity with AI regulatory frameworks, model validation, and tech risk control standards.

Language Skills

- English: Advanced / C1-C2 (Essential for global operations and cross-border collaboration).
- Spanish: Professional / Fluent (Desirable, but not mandatory)

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📌 CIB Risk AI Champion (Madrid)
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