Vice President, Head of Artificial Intelligence

Job Summary

The Head of AI will spearhead Tokio Marine HCC’s AI initiatives, championing the development and execution of AI strategies throughout the organization. This pivotal role demands a candidate who is not only a strategic visionary but also possesses a robust background in AI and machine learning technologies, combined with exemplary leadership and collaborative skills. The incumbent will play an instrumental role in guiding our AI trajectory.

Key Responsibilities Intro

• AI Program Direction: Formulate and execute a comprehensive AI strategic plan that is in alignment with the organization's overarching objectives. Lead AI project implementations to ensure timely, budget-compliant, and high-quality delivery.
• Governance Committee Participation: Act as a key member of the governance committee, overseeing policy development, vendor selection processes, use case evaluation, and project approvals, while ensuring adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.
• Support for Technological Framework: In deep collaboration with Digital Insurance Technology team and business units, establish a robust, scalable, and secure technological and ditigal infrastructure capable of accelerating AI adoption.
• Knowledge Sharing and AI Adoption: Cultivate an organizational culture that embraces learning, innovation, and the integration of AI technologies. Initiate and oversee educational and training programs to enhance AI literacy across all departments.
• Business and Functional Unit Support: Offer expertise and guidance to departments keen on launching AI initiatives, aiding in the identification of AI opportunities and the formulation of project proposals and implementation strategies.
• AI Program Management Oversight: Supervise the AI program management, ensuring strategic alignment and efficient execution of AI projects.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to drive education and adoption of AI toolset
• Implement changes to process/workflows, while introducing new tools to create efficiency and productivity gains.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI, continuously evaluating and recommending new strategies to maintain a competitive edge
• Develop KPIs/OKRs for Generative AI and continuously measure and iterate to ensure success

Competencies

Planning

• Direct development of primarily long-term plans for designated area of the organization.

• Anticipate changes in demand and technologies and adjust strategy to accommodate them.

• Coordinate resources to ensure strategies are executed.

Communication

• Communicate direction or results pertaining to area of responsibility to all levels, internally and externally.

• Develop company policies and prepare internal/external reports.

• Present briefings to obtain consensus/approval

Cost Management

• Develop and accountable for budget of one or more business units or multiple corporate departments.

• Set objectives, policies, and procedures for area of responsibility.

Business Controls and Policies

• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures.

• Create environment that encourages development and implementation of effective business controls and policies.

• Allocate resources to ensure proper implementation and monitoring.

People Management

• While this role is initially an individual contributor, this individual may manage one or more team members in the future

Education

Minimum: Advanced Degree: Master’s Degree or PhD in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related discipline.

Experience

Min. 5 Years hands-on experience with AI / ML specific model lifecycle management including understanding of AI / ML architecture, model risk, data management and responsible AI practices.

Other Experience:

• At least 3 years direct experience with AI / ML model lifecycle management or operations or deployment
• Demonstrable experience in leading AI initiatives to successful completion.
• Familiarity with AI / ML frameworks (NIST AI)
• Experience with security best practices for generative AI development and deployments.
• Experience with identifying and communicating key risks to AI implementations and architectures
• Experience with risk analysis and reports that describe risk implications to executives
• Extensive knowledge of AI and machine learning technologies.
• Exceptional leadership capabilities and the ability to inspire innovation and drive progress within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in strategic planning, project management, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Prior experience within the insurance sector is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Prior experience working in financial services or other highly regulated sectors.

Additional Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Overtime hours may be required to fulfill job responsibilities
• May be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time
• May be required to move up to 10 pounds
• Must be able to operate a computer and other devices
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus, such as required to read a computer screen

Travel Requirements

Regular travel (up to 50% of time)

Passport and Driver's License required

New York Residents Only

For candidates working in Mt. Kisko, NY the reasonable pay range for this specific position is $275,000 - 310,000 annually. “The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. The salary range is the range TMHCC, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future, and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even with the pay range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market and business considerations.”

What we offer:

Just as Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies is customer centric, we are also employee centric offering our employees a competitive salary and employee benefit package, strong learning culture, collaboration, 401K match, paid parental leave, hybrid work schedule*, travel opportunities and an opportunity to love what you do. The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies are equal-opportunity employers.