Director, Model Risk Management
Director, Model Risk Management
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The Director of AI Model Risk Management is a unique risk governance advisor and a crossfunction risk coordinator at the forefront of AI adoption within Manulife. As part of the Group Model Risk Management (MRM) team you will play a pivotal role to advise global stakeholders in supporting the safe secure and efficient integration of AI technologies/models. This position is crucial for accelerating AI adoption enhancing operational efficiency and reducing compliance costs across the company. You will have the chance to work with Model Risk Management teams to develop cuttingedge AI governance frameworks and advanced model governance & validation techniques utilizing artificial intelligence. Reporting to the AVP Model Risk Management this position is based in the Toronto Head Office.
By establishing a responsible AI governance framework and coordinating risk assessments you will ensure robust AI model risk management. By adopting GenAI enablement in model risk governance and validation you will be part of effort revolutionizing MRM operations. The position directly impacts the companys ability to capitalize on AI opportunities ultimately supporting Manulifes strategic goals.
Primary Responsibilities:
Develop and implement an AI Model Risk Management (MRM) policy in collaboration with Advanced Analytics Model Validation and Governance team (AAMVG) and global stakeholders.
Coordinate global risk stakeholders to perform comprehensive risk assessments and participate in AI model risk evaluations.
Establish or support a responsible AI governance framework to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
Facilitate AI/GenAI enablement for model validation research and compliance training.
Develop AIfacilitated training programs including static audio/video content for companywide model risk compliance training.
Serve as a key advisor for AI model risk governance providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
Promote GenAI adoption in model risk governance and model validation
Required Qualifications:
Post graduate degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science Statistics Computer Science or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in model risk management with a focus on AI/ML models.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor and influence other risk professionals.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to model risk and AI/ML.
Excellent analytical problemsolving and communication skills.
Experience with programming languages and tools commonly used in data science such as Python R TensorFlow or similar.
Deep knowledge of corporate governance such as legal risk and compliance is a plus.
When you join our team:
Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where wellbeing and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see
About Manulife and John Hancock
Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Manulife/John Hancock we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment retention advancement and compensation and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship religion or religious beliefs creed sex (including pregnancy and pregnancyrelated conditions) sexual orientation genetic characteristics veteran status gender identity gender expression age marital status family status disability or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process contact .
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Salary range is expected to be between
$105750.00 CAD $190350.00 CADIf you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions geography and relevant jobrelated factors such as knowledge skills qualifications experience and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits including health dental mental health vision short and longterm disability life and AD&D insurance coverage adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays vacation personal and sick days and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S. please contact for more information about paid time off provisions.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
