AI Strategy Practice Leader working on data valorization and AI strategy for Desjardins Group. Collaborating with various sectors to align AI opportunities with business objectives.
Responsibilities
Help business sectors create, prioritize and adopt AI opportunities, aligned with business priorities.
Help sectors develop their AI strategies and execute the corresponding roadmaps.
Act as the main AI point of contact between the business sector and the Office of Desjardins Group’s Chief Data and Analytics Officer.
Collect market business intelligence regarding AI for the business sectors to identify analytical opportunities.
Conduct AI opportunity identification activities for the business sectors to identify analytical opportunities.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (data science, engineering or business administration with a specialization in AI)
A minimum of eight years of relevant experience
Experience in managing cross-sector projects, leading teams and communicating with senior management
Experience working collaboratively and building strong partnerships with various sectors of the organization
Experience providing support as part of a data- and analytics-driven organizational transformation
Past experience in consulting
Knowledge of French is required
Expertise in identifying and exploiting AI opportunities related to tech trends
Knowledge of analytics tools (machine learning, visualization) and cloud-based data platforms
Knowledge of the banking, wealth management and/or insurance industries
Benefits
Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
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