At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to develop innovative fraud detection strategies using data science.
- Company: Join Manulife, a global leader in financial services with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible work policies, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a values-driven culture that champions innovation and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in fraud prevention while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Advanced degree in relevant fields and experience in leading data science teams.
The predicted salary is between 107730 - 200070 $ per year.
The Data Science Director will lead Manulife's global practice area passionate about producer misconduct and account takeover fraud. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in graph database-based fraud detection practices and a proven track record of leading data science initiatives that deliver significant business value.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive data science strategy for fraud detection and prevention, focusing on producer misconduct and ATO practices.
- Lead a team of data scientists and machine learning engineers in the creation of predictive models and algorithms to identify and prevent fraudulent activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Customer Experience, and Operations, to integrate data science solutions into the business processes.
- Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in fraud detection and data science, and implement standard methodologies within the team.
- Communicate sophisticated data-driven insights to non-technical partners to advise decision-making and strategy.
- Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of data science projects, from ideation to deployment and monitoring of models in production.
- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and data-driven decision-making within the team and the organization.
What motivates you
- You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.
- You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.
- You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.
- You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.
- You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.
- You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.
What we are looking for
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Physics, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Experience in full stack data science, with a focus on fraud detection and prevention.
- Consistent record of leading data science teams and delivering impactful analytical solutions.
- Strong understanding of AI and Machine Learning technologies and their applications in a corporate setting.
- Experience with cloud analytics services, MLOps, and leading large-scale data science projects.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and influence partners at all levels.
What can we offer you
- A competitive salary and benefits packages.
- A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
- A focus on growing your career path with us.
- Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
- Professional development and leadership opportunities.
Our commitment to you
- Values-first culture: We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
- Boundless opportunity: We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
- Continuous innovation: We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
- Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
- Championing Corporate Citizenship: We build a business that benefits all partners and has a positive social and environmental impact.
Director Data Science in Toronto employer: Manulife Financial Corporation
At Manulife, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters innovation and collaboration within our Canadian Advanced Analytics team. As a Data Scientist focusing on Generative AI, you'll benefit from a dynamic work culture that encourages professional growth, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact in the field of AI/ML. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and supports your career development in a thriving environment.
Contact Details:
Manulife Financial Corporation Recruitment Team
