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 expertis