Senior Data Scientist

Experience Aviva

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most.

The Opportunity

Join a team of actuaries, data scientists and engineers at the forefront of leveraging data to drive decisions at every level of our organization. The insurance industry is undergoing a data-driven, technology revolution and you will be in the driver’s seat.

Insurance pricing, underwriting, claims and other core insurance functions are all looking for actionable insights that can be coaxed out of our data. You will work with these business areas to realize this value & further embed data science in our operations.

Our leadership team collectively seeks to expand our very strong and diverse talent base. You will take shared ownership for continuing this successful growth.

What you’ll do:

• Coach and mentor a highly productive team of data scientists, actuaries & insurance professionals.

• Establish relationships with stakeholders and create a culture that treats data and data science as essential assets.

• Deliver on an ambitious model-building and pricing roadmap for commercial insurance.

• Development and deploy modern tools and pricing solutions.

What you’ll bring:

• 7+ years of experience in data science, actuarial or other analytical roles.

• Cross-functional skills that allow you to straddle the worlds of data scientists, actuaries, engineers & core insurance functions.

• Expert knowledge in price modelling, prerequisites, eg: machine learning, programming, price elasticity, retention and conversion modeling

• Recognition as a clear subject matter expert in one or more of; pricing, underwriting, claims, predictive modeling, data science, or other insurance functions.

What makes you stand out:

• Excellent coaching skills with examples of successfully developing colleagues.

• The ability to not simply build a great algorithm or solution but also to generate buy-in, excitement and support for the offering.

• Expert knowledge in related fields (statistics, insurance products, computer science)

What you’ll get:

• The salary band for this position ranges from $110,000 to $140,000. Please note that individual salary is determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience, as well as internal equity.

• Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

• Hybrid flexible work model.

• Outstanding career development opportunities.

• We’ll support your professional development education.

• Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.

• Employee-driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.

• Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health.

This job advertisement is for an existing vacancy which has been posted both internally & externally.

Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.

Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place to provide accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. If you require an accommodation during the interview or hiring process, please contact your Aviva Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged.

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