Artificial Intelligence Leader

Company Details

"Our Company provides a state of predictability which allows brokers and agents to act with confidence."Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States.

Along the way, we’ve been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, become a Fortune 500 company, joined the S&P 500, and seen our gross written premiums exceed $10 billion.

Today, the Berkley brand comprises more than 60+ businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments: Insurance and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess. Led by our Executive Chairman, founder, and largest shareholder, William. R. Berkley, and our President and Chief Executive Officer, W. Robert Berkley, Jr., W. R. Berkley Corporation is well-positioned to respond to opportunities for future growth.

Responsibilities

This role champions the development and execution of AI and Generative AI strategies throughout the organization. It serves as a subject matter expert and executive to drive, develop, contribute to, facilitate, support and ensure alignment on artificial intelligence strategy and governance across all cross-functional areas and supporting operating units within WRBC. This role plays a critical part in contributing to and coordinating efforts to operationalize a vision for artificial intelligence.. This pivotal role demands a candidate who is not only a strategic visionary but also possesses a robust background in implementing AI and machine learning technologies, combined with exemplary leadership and collaborative skills. The incumbent will play an instrumental role in guiding our AI trajectory.

Strategic Development & Facilitation & Expertise:

• Stay current on the fast-moving AI capabilities and products in general and in the insurance space. Collaborate with senior leadership at Corporate and Operating Units to develop and refine the company’s artificial intelligence strategy and implementation plans. Ensure well thought out pilot projects and alignment of AI initiatives with WRBC’s overall business objectives.

Training and Development:

• Train, coordinate and collaborate with AI Champions and other communities. Promote training programs that enhance employee understanding and capabilities in utilizing AI tools effectively. Support the creation of training materials and coordinate logistics for training sessions. Collaborate with OUs, Corporate Functions and Shared Services to share knowledge and learning opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with various departments including Data & Analytics (DNA), Audit, HR, EPMO (Enterprise Project Management Office), Legal & Compliance, Procurement, BTS (Business Technology Services) & Infrastructure, and Information Security where AI strategy and operational needs intersect. Promote effective communication and collaboration among departments to ensure cohesive AI integrations. Work with BTS and DNA to provide workspace and tools necessary to implement strategy.

Compliance:

• Facilitate the operations of AI governance committee to ensure responsible usage and compliance with regulatory standards. Improve and stabilize.  Organize and lead committee meetings, ensuring preparation of agendas, and documented decisions and action items. Collaborate with DNA, Legal & Compliance,  BTS for AI model governance and related data governance. Coordinate with Legal and Compliance in monitoring regulatory standards and internal policies related to AI and data usage.

Change Management:

• Oversee change management initiatives related to AI adoption across the company. Support, develop, coordinate and implement strategies to manage the impact of AI on business processes and resource roles.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading implementation of AI within business processes.• Experience leading AI transformational and change management projects in the business with the ability to work with cross functional teams to achieve desired goals.• Sound understanding of technology, business and operations with hands on experience in delivering projects across the various functions. • Creative thinker with experience developing strategies and solutions built on digital technologies.• The ability to prioritize, manage and deliver efficient and creative solutions within tight timescales and budgetary constraints.• Experience with managing governance committee/processes and ensuring regulatory compliance.• Builds and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• An eye for detail and excellent communication and collaboration skills.• Property & Casualty knowledge/experience preferred.

Education Requirement

• Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in a technical related field such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics,, or business related discipline.