VP, Foundational Business Transformation Data and AI lead

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week

The VP, Foundational Business Transformation Data and AI lead is a senior executive accountable for defining, co-owning, and helping deliver the Data & AI strategy for the Foundational Business. This role is responsible leveraging Data and AI as key drivers of the overall business transformation through data-driven and AI-enabled capability identification, defining the value creation, supporting operational impact, and financial performance working closely with business and technology delivery leaders.

The VP serves as a key leader in the Transformation Office and is a strategic advisor to executive leadership, shaping how data and AI are leveraged to drive growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage. This role has owns the Data & AI portfolio for the Foundational Business, including strategy, execution, governance, and adoption.

Key Responsibilities Strategy & Transformation

• Define and own the Data & AI strategy aligned to enterprise and Foundational Business priorities. Establish long-term roadmaps and investment priorities for Data & AI capabilities
• Convert the overall strategy to prioritized and actionable implementation opportunities with varying degrees of complexities i.e., business level ‘big bets’, AI is enabler to on going products/ initiatives etc.,
• Develop impact metrics and business cases aligned to AI and design changes required in talent and capabilities as an outcome of AI solutions
• Advise senior executives and influence enterprise strategy through data-driven insights and innovation

Execution & Delivery

• Accountable for end-to-end delivery of Data & AI initiatives, ensuring measurable business outcomes and value realization in partnership with Technology leaders
• Lead prioritization and execution of a portfolio of AI and data initiatives, balancing speed, scale, and risk
• Ensure successful adoption and scaling of AI solutions across the business

Data & Governance

• Partner with Tech Data leader to define and implement enterprise-grade data governance frameworks across value streams, including data quality, privacy, security, and compliance
• Oversee the development and scaling of data products and platforms required to enable AI capabilities working closely with Technology leaders
• Establish standards for responsible AI and data usage across the organization

Financial Accountability

• Own and manage a Data & AI investment portfolio, including budgeting, prioritization, and resource allocation
• Accountable for ROI and financial performance of Data & AI initiatives
• Align investments with business strategy and transformation goals

Leadership & Organization

• Lead and scale a multi-disciplinary organization to become a AI first leading insurance organization
• Develop and mentor senior leaders, building organizational capability and succession pipelines
• Drive a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Operate effectively in a matrixed environment, leading through both direct and indirect teams

Cross-Functional & External Influence

• Act as the primary interface between business and technology organizations
• Drive alignment across business units, technology, and transformation teams
• Represent the organization externally with partners, vendors, and industry forums
• Build and manage strategic partnerships to accelerate Data & AI capabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in data, AI, analytics, and business transformation
• Proven track record of leading large-scale, enterprise Data & AI initiatives
• Strong understanding of business strategy, financial management, and operating models
• Deep expertise in data platforms, AI/ML technologies, and governance frameworks
• Exceptional ability to influence and communicate with executive stakeholders

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Enterprise Thinking
• Innovation & Transformation
• Executive Influence
• Financial Acumen
• Organizational Leadership
• Change Management

Pay Transparency Salary Range: $250,000 - $300,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to indivi…