Senior Manager, Data

Join to apply for the Senior Manager, Data & AI Strategy role at RBC Insurance. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. What is the opportunity The Senior Manager, Data & AI Strategy is responsible for driving 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, optimise 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. Job Description The Senior Manager, Data & AI Strategy is responsible for driving 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, optimise 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. Analyse 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 the 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 organisational 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 Address: Meadowvale Business Park, 6880 Financial Dr, Mississauga City: Mississauga Country: Canada Work hours/week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full time Platform: Insurance Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2025-11-19 Application Deadline: 2025-12-04 Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above. Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. 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