Our values — Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence — guide how we show up for each other and for our customers. At Aviva Canada, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; We're looking for an AVP, Data Science & Price Modelling to lead a talented team that's transforming how we use analytics, machine learning, and predictive modelling to drive profitable growth and better outcomes for our customers. In this role, you'll lead the development and delivery of advanced pricing models and data-driven solutions while partnering with teams across Pricing, Actuarial, Risk, and Technology. You'll combine technical leadership, business partnership, and people development to help shape decisions, solve complex challenges, and advance Aviva's data science capabilities. If you're passionate about building high-performing teams, turning data into action, and creating meaningful business impact, we'd love to hear from you. Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team of leaders, data scientists, and analysts, creating an environment where people can grow, collaborate, and do their best work. Drive the development, enhancement, and deployment of advanced pricing models, machine learning solutions, and predictive analytics capabilities. Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities where data science can improve customer outcomes, business performance, and operational effectiveness. Oversee model governance, validation, monitoring, and ongoing performance to ensure models remain effective, reliable,
and aligned with business and regulatory requirements. Champion innovation by exploring emerging technologies, analytical techniques, and industry best practices. Work closely with Pricing, Actuarial, Risk, Technology, and Engineering teams to deliver scalable, data‑driven solutions. Help shape priorities, allocate resources, and deliver key initiatives that support business objectives. Undergraduate degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Actuarial Science, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ~10+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. ~ Proven experience leading and developing high‑performing technical teams. ~ Experience delivering data science and analytics solutions that solve complex business challenges and create measurable value. ~ Solid understanding of predictive modelling techniques, machine learning methodologies, and model development practices. ~ Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships across technical and non‑technical audiences. ~ Experience developing, implementing, and managing analytical models and data‑driven solutions.
~ Knowledge of the Property & Casualty insurance industry and the opportunities data science can unlock. Success building high‑performing teams and developing future leaders. Advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field. Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities. Hybrid flexible work model. Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year. Employee‑driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion. Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health. Employee discount on home and auto insurance (where applicable). Aviva Canada may use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to assist us throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants for a position. Aviva Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and has a process in place for accommodations for persons with disabilities at all stages of the hiring process and during employment. We help our 19.5 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight. So, we’re passionate about helping our 23,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers. #
📌 AVP, Data Science (Markham)
🏢 Aviva
📍 Markham