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AVP, Data Science

AVP, Data Science

Aviva • Winnipeg, Canada
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Experience Aviva Together, we are Aviva. Our values — Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence — guide how we show up for each other and for our customers. Individually, they’re words. Together, they define who we are.

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 Within Aviva Canada, data and AI are shaping the future of Commercial Insurance. As

Assistant Vice President, Data Science , you’ll play a pivotal role in how we price risk, unlock insights and make confident decisions that impact customers, brokers and the business at scale.

You’ll lead a dedicated, multidisciplinary team and set the direction for advanced analytics and pricing models across our Commercial portfolio. This is an opportunity to influence strategy, champion innovation and turn complex data into practical solutions that matter.

What you’ll do

Build, inspire, and lead a high-performing team of data scientists, developers, and actuaries.

Set the vision and strategy for data science and sophisticated analytics within Commercial Pricing.

Design and deliver pricing models and analytical tools that improve accuracy, segmentation, and performance.

Guide work across the full model lifecycle, from development and validation to monitoring and enhancement.

Partner closely with Pricing leaders to support confident, timely and data-informed decisions.

Data champion for pricing and data science, driving efficient use of data and influencing enterprise data strategy.

Balance innovation with execution, ensuring solutions are scalable, usable, and delivered with quality.

Leverage automation, standardization, and AI to improve efficiency and ways of working.

Collaborate across Underwriting, Operations, IT, and Enterprise Data teams.

Translate complex analytics into clear insights for senior and executive leaders.

What you’ll bring

A university degree in a STEM discipline.

10+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, actuarial science, or quantitative modelling roles.

5+ years of people leadership experience managing and developing multidisciplinary teams.

Hands‑on experience building, deploying, or overseeing pricing or predictive models.

Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

The ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, confidently, and with impact.

Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing outcomes.

What makes you stand out

Experience in insurance, pricing, or regulated environments.

Exposure to AI‑driven solutions and emerging data sources.

A strong appreciation for model governance and risk awareness.

Curiosity about design, usability, and how tools are experienced by end users.

A leadership style that encourages growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll get

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.

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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