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Algorithmic Accountability Analyst
Ensures automated decision systems can be explained and challenged
£45k–£85k Regulation-driven
What it involves
Reviews algorithmic systems used in hiring, lending and benefits decisions for transparency, explainability and lawfulness — ensuring individuals have rights to contest automated outcomes.
Skills & knowledge needed
Algorithmic auditingGDPR Article 22Fairness analysisPolicy writingTechnical literacy
Why it's emerging now
UK and EU law requires explainability and human review for consequential automated decisions — analysts implement this.
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