Senior Manager, Data & AI Strategy

What is the opportunity

The Senior Manager, Data & AI Strategy is responsible to drive the translation of business objectives into actionable data and AI initiatives. This role will partner with Insurance business leaders to identify and business case data-driven solutions that enhance competitive positioning, optimize operations, and drive measurable business value across the insurance value chain. This role will also be responsible for continuous business value tracking and providing competitive intelligence on Data and AI industry practices.

What will you do?

• Partner with Insurance business leaders across underwriting, claims, distribution, and product development to understand strategic priorities, growth targets, and market positioning goals
• Analyze RBCI financials to identify key levers where data and AI can positively impact business performance
• Monitor insurance industry trends and competitive AI/data strategies to identify market opportunities and potential threats
• Create and maintain executive dashboards tracking Data & AI investments relative to value generation and ROI
• Identify AI/data initiatives that directly support insurance P&L objectives and competitive differentiation and collaborate with Digital Strategy team to ensure strategic alignment and develop multi-year initiative roadmaps
• Develop frameworks to attribute and measure business value generated by data products and AI initiatives

What do you need to succeed?

Must-Have:

• 7+ years of experience in strategy consulting, product management, or business strategy roles
• 3+ years of experience in insurance industry with deep understanding of underwriting, claims, and distribution processes
• Demonstrated experience with data analytics, AI/ML implementation, or digital transformation initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value

Nice-to-Have:

• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to C-suite audiences
• Strong stakeholder management and vendor relationship management experience
• Change management experience driving cultural transformation initiatives

What’s in it for you?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including competitive compensation, flexible benefits, and discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Exposure to senior leaders and governance bodies, with the opportunity to influence strategic business operations.
• Leaders who support your growth with coaching and career development opportunities.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, high-performing team within the Chief Investment Office.
• The opportunity to take on challenging and meaningful work that directly supports organizational effectiveness and strategic decision-making.
• RBCI software tools to boost your productivity

Job Skills

Adaptability, Communication, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Group Problem Solving, Personal Initiative, Product Services, Service Request Management

Additional Job Details

MEADOWVALE BUSINESS PARK, 6880 FINANCIAL DR:MISSISSAUGAMississaugaCanada37.5Full timeINSURANCERegularSalaried2025-11-192025-12-04

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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