Director leading Desjardins’ AI, data and analytics strategy for Personal Services. Driving data transformation, executive decisions, advanced analytics and responsible governance.
Responsibilities
Define and lead the data, analytics and AI strategy for Personal Services
Develop and advance the sector’s strategic vision for data, analytics and artificial intelligence
Establish strategic directions, priorities and roadmaps to maximize the business value of data
Identify and recommend investments required to support the sector’s ambitions
Ensure sector initiatives align with organizational priorities
Accelerate adoption of data-driven decision-making and lead transformation initiatives
Influence the evolution of practices, processes and ways of working to embed data in business decisions
Lead the strategic evolution of the data, analytics and AI ecosystem
Advance analytics capabilities and oversee high-impact use cases
Promote emerging technologies and AI to unlock new sources of value
Advise executives on opportunities, challenges, risks and impacts associated with data and AI
Mobilize business, technology and analytics partners across a complex, highly matrixed environment
Ensure consistency across sector data and analytics initiatives
Serve as the sector’s data steward and promote best practices in data management, quality, accessibility and use
Ensure responsible, ethical and effective data governance
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of ten years of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Experience in data, analytics, business intelligence, artificial intelligence or digital transformation
Experience defining and implementing data strategies that deliver significant business value
Experience working with senior executives in complex, multidisciplinary environments
Experience in data governance, business intelligence or advanced analytics
Significant experience influencing, engaging and managing stakeholders at the strategic and executive levels
Proven experience leading large-scale transformation initiatives that affect practices, processes or operating models
Knowledge of French is required
Advanced strategic communication skills and ability to clearly explain complex concepts and issues related to data, analytics and AI
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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