Head of AI and IT Data Strategy

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Head of AI and IT Data Strategy to join our Enterprise Pacific Life Technology team in Newport Beach, CA.

• This role is required to be on-site. You’ll work at our state-of-the-art Newport Beach headquarters.

• This role is hybrid. We believe in empowering our employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As the Head of AI and IT Data Strategy Leader, you will play a key role in Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by leading four key areas that enable data-driven decision making, innovation, and operational excellence across Pacific Life: AI strategy, Data strategy, Data Architecture, and Data Governance. You will fill a new role that sits within the organization of the Chief Data Officer alongside strategy, architecture and data technology teams driving Pacific Life’s transformational efforts. Through a matrixed team of internal and external experts, you will foster a data and AI culture and drive collaboration and adoption across the organization.

How you’ll help move us forward:

• Build the Data strategy and roadmap, including defining and managing the data inventory, data quality, data integration, data engineering, and data science capabilities.

• Build and execute the AI strategy and roadmap, including identifying and prioritizing use cases, selecting, and deploying platforms and tools, and developing and implementing solutions that leverage machine learning and artificial intelligence.

• Lead the Data Architecture function, including designing and architecting data and analytics solutions and platforms, leveraging cloud, open source, and vendor technologies, and ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency.

• Lead the Data Governance function, including defining and implementing the data and AI governance framework, policies, standards, and best practices, and ensuring data quality, security, privacy, and compliance.

• Partner with business stakeholders and technology teams to understand data and AI needs, identify opportunities, and deliver solutions that add value and drive outcomes.

• Establish and monitor data and AI performance metrics and KPIs (key performance indicators) and ensure continuous improvement and optimization.

• Build and manage a high-performing team of data and AI professionals, and provide coaching, mentoring, and career development.

The experience you bring:

• 12+ years of relevant experience in data and AI strategy and delivery

• Extensive and diverse experience in defining and executing data and AI strategy and solutions across various domains and sectors

• Proficient in guiding the use of a wide range of data and AI technologies, such as data quality, data integration, data engineering, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, to solve complex business problems

• Skilled in developing, communicating, and maintaining data and AI strategy and roadmaps, including aligning them with business objectives and ensuring stakeholder buy-in

• Effective communication and leadership skills, including the ability to influence, collaborate, and drive change across the organization

• Experience leading and managing teams of data and AI professionals, both internal and external, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence

What makes you stand out:

• Demonstrated experience with cloud-based data and AI platforms and tools (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Experience leading strategy and implementing data and AI solutions in the insurance / financial services industry

• Exposure to industry-specific data and AI regulatory and compliance environment and associated technology ramifications (e.g., CCPA, GDPR, GLBA)

You can be who you are.

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.

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Base pay range: $250,000 - $300,000

Benefits start Day 1.

Your wellbeing is important. We’re committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.