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    Head of AI Lab - Toronto, Canada - Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

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    Why you'll love working here:

  • high-performance, people-focused culture
  • our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves
  • membership in HOOPP's world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security
  • competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, and newly extended maternity/parental leave top of 26 weeks)
  • optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%
  • yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars
  • access to an annual wellness reimbursement program for health and wellness-related expenses for permanent and temporary employees
  • the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers
  • Job Summary

    We are actively seeking a visionary and accomplished leader to spearhead our HOOPP AI Lab, a groundbreaking initiative that aims to revolutionize investment management and pension administration through the strategic exploration, evaluation, and implementation of cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. Reporting into the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), this role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of our organization and the pension industry at large.

    What you will do:

    Strategic Vision and Leadership:

  • Provide strategic leadership in alignment with the goals set by the Executive Team, focusing on the exploration and integration of AI technologies, including Machine Learning, Generative AI, and AI-driven analytics.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with HOOPP's overarching objectives.
  • Provide visionary leadership to proactively identify and capitalize on disruptive industry developments.
  • Lead and inspire a high-performing team of software engineers, data scientists, and business strategists.
  • Foster a collaborative and innovative environment across HOOPP to drive AI initiatives forward.
  • Innovation and Experimentation:

  • Proactively monitor disruptive industry developments, identify applicable use cases for HOOPP, and lead early experimentation in a secure, ring-fenced environment.
  • Collaborate with external entities, industry leaders, and internal teams, researching and leveraging evolving AI solutions to enhance investment decision-making, portfolio optimization, risk management, and back-office operations.
  • Conceptualize and develop Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) within a secure, ring-fenced environment, ensuring the safeguarding of HOOPP's operational technology assets.
  • Evaluate successful PoCs for potential transition into full-scale projects, adhering to existing HOOPP practices.
  • Assess in partnership with IT Enterprise Architecture on compatibility of successful PoCs with existing technology stack to ensure a smooth integration of AI technologies.
  • Governance and Compliance:

  • Establish and adhere to a less intrusive governance model that facilitates autonomy and nimbleness in AI exploration.
  • Develop and implement relevant AI policies and governance frameworks, considering regulatory and general governance factors.
  • Secure Technical Environment:

  • Oversee the operation of the Lab within a segregated technical environment, ensuring the safeguarding of HOOPP's operational technology assets.
  • Implement procedures to protect HOOPP IP against data leakage.
  • Metrics and Reporting:

  • Track and report key metrics, including knowledge gained, completed experimentations (PoCs), and successful PoCs transitioned into production.
  • Provide regular updates and insights to the Executive Team.
  • What you bring:

  • Advanced degree or Master's) in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in leading and executing Innovation initiatives within the financial industry, with a focus on investment management and capital markets.
  • Proven expertise in implementing AI technologies, including but not limited to advanced Machine Learning algorithms, generative AI models, and emerging AI frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of AI technologies, including Machine Learning and Generative AI
  • Knowledge of relevant AI policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory considerations.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide multidisciplinary teams, including software engineers, data scientists, and business strategists.
  • In-depth understanding of Capital Markets, pension fund administration, and the financial services industry.
  • Proven ability to navigate the complexities and nuances of investment decision-making processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with external entities and industry leaders.
  • Demonstrated success in fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.
  • Demonstrated comfort with a fast changing and ambiguous work environment.
  • Experience strategically positioning AI as a competitive advantage within a highly competitive industry.
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