Isabel Budenz CV - AI Policy & Governance

**AI Policy & Governance International Law Regulatory Affairs**

Contact isabelbudenz@hotmail.com | +31 (0)630639949 | Fuchsstraße LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/isabel-budenz-005017240

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Legal professional specializing in AI governance and international regulatory frameworks. Combines LLM training in International Commercial Arbitration with hands-on AI implementation experience and deep expertise in the EU AI Act. Native German and Spanish speaker with C2 English, enabling primary source research and stakeholder engagement across the EU’s major jurisdictions. Seeking to contribute to responsible AI policy development at the intersection of legal analysis and technology governance.

CORE COMPETENCIES

AI & Technology Legal & Policy Languages
EU AI Act Compliance Regulatory Analysis German (Native)
AI Governance Frameworks Cross-border Legal Research Spanish (Native)
Responsible AI Implementation Policy Development English (C2)
Legal Tech Applications Stakeholder Engagement French (B1)
Risk Assessment International Law  

EDUCATION

University of Stockholm

LLM, International Commercial Arbitration | 2025-2026

  • Focus: Cross-border dispute resolution, enforcement mechanisms, institutional frameworks
  • Relevant coursework: International arbitration procedure, jurisdictional analysis, treaty interpretation

University of Groningen

LLB, International and European Law | 2022-2025

  • Focus: EU regulatory frameworks, fundamental rights, cross-border legal harmonization
  • Relevant coursework: EU institutional law, international trade law, human rights law

Specialized Training

Course Institution Year
Introduction to AI and the EU AI Act [Institution] 2025
International Law in Action: Arbitration of International Disputes [Online/Institution] Ongoing
Winter Seminar on Diplomacy The Young Diplomat 2024

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Integrity Studio | AI Consultant

[Location] | [Dates]

AI consultancy focused on empowering mission-driven organizations through responsible AI implementation.

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  • Advised nonprofit organizations on AI adoption strategies aligned with organizational values and ethical considerations
  • Conducted AI readiness assessments evaluating use cases, risks, and governance requirements
  • Developed frameworks for responsible AI deployment balancing innovation with accountability
  • Translated technical AI capabilities into actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders
  • Contributed to guidance materials on AI governance for mission-driven contexts

Key Skills Developed: AI implementation strategy, stakeholder communication, governance framework design, responsible AI practices

A for Arbitration | Legal Researcher

International | 2019-2025

Legal research organization focused on international arbitration analysis and practitioner resources.

  • Conducted in-depth legal research on cross-border disputes, analyzing arbitral awards and procedural developments across multiple jurisdictions
  • Synthesized complex legal materials into accessible research outputs for practitioner audiences
  • Monitored regulatory and institutional developments affecting international dispute resolution
  • Contributed to publications and resources serving the international arbitration community
  • Developed expertise in comparative legal analysis across civil and common law systems

Key Skills Developed: Legal research methodology, cross-jurisdictional analysis, policy monitoring, stakeholder communication

Clifford Chance | Antitrust Global Virtual Internship

Virtual | [Date]

Global law firm ranked among the world’s largest by revenue.

  • Participated in virtual internship program focused on antitrust and competition law
  • Analyzed regulatory compliance frameworks in cross-border commercial contexts
  • Gained exposure to how leading firms advise multinational clients on regulatory matters
  • Developed understanding of intersection between competition policy and technology markets

AI POLICY EXPERTISE

EU AI Act Knowledge

Area Competency
Risk Classification Framework Understanding of prohibited, high-risk, limited risk, and minimal risk categories
GPAI Model Obligations Familiarity with requirements for general-purpose AI model providers
Documentation & Transparency Knowledge of technical documentation and reporting requirements
Enforcement & Penalties Understanding of penalty regime (up to €35M / 7% global turnover)
Implementation Timeline Current on February 2025 prohibitions, August 2025 GPAI obligations, August 2026 full application
Code of Practice Awareness of voluntary framework and signatory commitments

Broader AI Governance Frameworks

  • NIST AI Risk Management Framework: Familiarity with US canonical AI governance guidance
  • ISO/IEC 42001: Awareness of international AI management system standard
  • UNESCO AI Ethics Recommendation: Understanding of global ethical principles
  • Council of Europe AI Framework Convention: Knowledge of first binding international AI treaty

AI in Dispute Resolution

  • AAA-ICDR AI Arbitrator developments and implications
  • ICC Commission Task Force on AI in arbitration
  • Institutional guidelines (CIArb, SCC, VIAC) on AI use in proceedings
  • Due process and enforceability considerations for AI-assisted decisions

RESEARCH & POLICY INTERESTS

  • AI Regulatory Convergence/Divergence: Comparative analysis of EU, US, and international approaches to AI governance
  • AI in International Dispute Resolution: Governance frameworks for AI adoption by arbitral institutions
  • Responsible AI Implementation: Translating regulatory requirements into organizational practices
  • Multi-stakeholder AI Governance: Public-private partnership models for AI policy development
  • Cross-border AI Compliance: Navigating conflicting regulatory requirements across jurisdictions

SELECTED PROJECTS & WRITING

[Title of EU AI Act Paper/Analysis]

[Brief description of paper, key arguments, where submitted/published if applicable]

[Brief description from A for Arbitration work, if shareable]

[Title of Any Other Relevant Writing]

[Brief description]

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VOLUNTEER & EXTRACURRICULAR

Amnesty International Groningen

Public Relations Specialist, Social Committee | 2021-2026

  • Developed communications strategies for human rights advocacy campaigns
  • Coordinated stakeholder engagement and public outreach initiatives
  • Managed social media presence and community engagement

Language Tutoring

Spanish & German Tutor | Ongoing

  • Provide B2-level language instruction to high school students
  • Develop customized learning materials and assessment approaches

LANGUAGES

Language Proficiency Professional Application
German Native Primary source research (Germany, Austria, Switzerland); regulator engagement; DIS/VIAC materials
Spanish Native Primary source research (Spain, Latin America); stakeholder engagement; civil law perspectives
English C2 (Proficient) International policy work; academic research; professional communication
French B1 (Intermediate) French legal materials; ICC/OECD engagement; Belgian/Luxembourg coverage

Multilingual Value Proposition: Can conduct AI policy research, monitor regulatory developments, and engage stakeholders across the EU’s four largest language communities without relying on translation.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Category Skills
Research Tools Westlaw, LexisNexis, Kluwer Arbitration, EUR-Lex, academic databases
Productivity Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, reference management (Zotero)
Communication Professional writing, presentation development, stakeholder briefings
Collaboration Remote team coordination, cross-functional projects

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Certifications (Planned/In Progress)

  • Clio Legal AI Fundamentals (Free online certification)
  • Coursera: Prompt Engineering for Law (Vanderbilt)
  • [Other relevant certifications]

Professional Affiliations

  • [Consider joining: IAPP, Young ICCA, CIArb, relevant AI governance networks]

Conferences & Events

  • [List any AI governance, legal tech, or arbitration events attended]

REFERENCES

Available upon request.

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ISABEL BUDENZ

isabelbudenz@hotmail.com | +31 (0)630639949 | LinkedIn

AI Policy & Governance Professional LLM International Commercial Arbitration candidate combining EU AI Act expertise, AI implementation experience, and multilingual research capability (German/Spanish native, English C2, French B1).

EDUCATION

  • LLM International Commercial Arbitration, University of Stockholm (2025-2026)
  • LLB International and European Law, University of Groningen (2022-2025)
  • Specialized: EU AI Act, International Dispute Resolution

EXPERIENCE

  • Integrity Studio | AI Consultant | [Dates] Advised mission-driven organizations on responsible AI implementation and governance frameworks

  • A for Arbitration | Legal Researcher | 2019-2025 Cross-jurisdictional legal research on international arbitration; policy monitoring; stakeholder communication

  • Clifford Chance | Antitrust Virtual Intern | [Date] Regulatory compliance analysis in cross-border commercial contexts

AI POLICY EXPERTISE EU AI Act (GPAI obligations, risk classification, enforcement) | NIST AI RMF | ISO 42001 | AI in Arbitration (AAA-ICDR, ICC Task Force) | Responsible AI Implementation

LANGUAGES German (Native) | Spanish (Native) | English (C2) | French (B1)

*CV prepared January 2026 Tailored for AI Policy Roles*