Desjardins | Manager, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, Internal Audit 

Responsibilities

• In a context where data, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) are key drivers of internal audit performance and transformation, you will help develop the Desjardins Group Monitoring Office (DGMO) by defining and driving the data, analytics and AI strategy.
• As Manager, Analytics and Artificial Intelligence, Internal Audit, you act as a trusted partner to executives to maximize the business value generated by data, strengthen control effectiveness and speed up the transformation towards insurance that’s more data-driven.
• Position analytics and the use of artificial intelligence as a driver in the strategic partnership of the three lines of defence
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• Update data, analytics and artificial intelligence capacities to increase the value and impact of the internal audit function.
• Ensure the quality, reliability and governance of analytical solutions to support informed and sustainable decision-making.
• Advise executives on the opportunities, challenges, risks and impacts associated with the use of data and artificial intelligence.
• Manage the data, analytics and AI portfolio of the internal audit function within the framework of directions approved by the director and the function’s governance.
• Lead, mobilize and develop a team of professionals who have complementary expertise, including data scientists, visualization expert analysts and artificial intelligence experts.
• Ensure synergy between these profiles to deliver integrated analytical products.
• Manage performance, plan capacity, develop skills and promote employee engagement and retention.
• Develop a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Act as the data steward for the internal audit function, in compliance with sound governance.
• Ensure the responsible, ethical and compliant use of data and AI, in line with IIA standards and the expectations of OSFI, the AMF and the FSRA.
• Ensure compliance with sound data and AI governance by establishing appropriate controls, roles, reporting mechanisms and best practices for data management, quality and accessibility.
• Reporting to the Director, Analytics, Innovation and Operational Efficiency, you lead a multidisciplinary team of approximately 7 specialists, including data scientists, visualization expert analysts and artificial intelligence experts.
• Define and develop the vision, directions and roadmap for data, analytics and artificial intelligence to maximize business value and support audit and insurance priorities

Requirements

• Prioritize and lead high-impact initiatives, particularly in advanced analytics, continuous auditing, predictive modelling and artificial intelligence.
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, engineering, business administration or a related field.
• Experience in defining and implementing data strategies that deliver significant business value.
• Proven experience in an influential role with experts and executives, combining professional judgment, credibility and the ability to foster critical.
• Proven experience leading large-scale transformation initiatives that affect practices, processes or operating models.
• Intermediate advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients.
• Proficiency in addressing data governance, quality, security and ethical issues, in accordance with sound governance.
• Advanced strategic communication skills and a demonstrated ability to clearly explain complex concepts related to data, analytics and artificial intelligence.
• Knowledge of best practices for developing analytics and AI solutions (lifecycle, validation, documentation, quality control and rollout).
• Experience in executive writing and presenting
• Knowledge of French is required

Desjardins

Desjardins is an employer hiring in India (sector: BFSI / Investments / Insurance).

Its finance, accounts, audit and tax openings in India are mostly in Montréal and Ville-Marie.

• Industry: BFSI / Investments / Insurance