Group Head of AI

Title:Group Head of AICompany:Everest Global Services, Inc.Job Category:TechnologyJob Description:About Everest:Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.Overview:Everest is seeking an execution-oriented AI leader to drive the development and adoption of Artificial Intelligence capabilities across the organization. This role will identify and prioritize high-value AI opportunities, define the enterprise AI roadmap, and partner cross-functionally to deliver measurable business outcomes. The VP, Group Head of AI will serve as a senior leader within the Global Operations & IT organization and act as an advisor to the Everest Group executive leadership team. They will ensure AI initiatives align with company strategy, operational priorities, risk consideration and customer needs within an evolving reinsurance and global wholesale and specialty market. Key Responsibilities:Define and lead the enterprise AI strategy aligned to business objectives and priorities.Identify and prioritize AI value creation opportunities for underwriting, pricing, claims, and operations, partnering with business unit leaders to identify use cases with the highest ROI and competitive advantage potential.Build an industry leading AI organization by attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent.Collaborate closely with the technology and data teams (through dotted-line relationships) to scope requirements, define data and infrastructure needs, and ensure timely delivery of AI capabilities that support business objectives.Drive adoption and outcomes of AI solutions by working with underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams to embed AI insights into decision-making processes, measure business impact, and drive continuous improvement.Support organizational alignment and change management to drive AI adoption and business integration.Own AI strategy alignment with enterprise risk and compliance frameworks, working with Legal, Risk, and Compliance to ensure all AI initiatives meet regulatory requirements and maintain model transparency.Evaluate emerging AI technologies, vendor solutions and market trends relative to the (re)insurance industry.Required Qualifications:At least 10+ years of leadership experience in strategy transformation, technology, analytics or AI related functions.Experience leading enterprise initiatives within (re)insurance, financial services, or similarly regulated industries preferred. Strong understanding of AI, machine learning, generative AI, automation, and data-driven operating models. Technical fluency in AI, including an understanding of the infrastructure and technologies that enable AI capabilities. Demonstrated ability to bridge business strategy and technical execution.Experience collaborating across insurance segment/product leadership, technology, and operations teams.Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or math. An advanced degree is preferred.#LI-Hybrid#LI-ED1For the US Only:The base salary range for this position is $250,000 - $310,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.Our CultureAt Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click hereto learn more about our culture. Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together. All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. Type:RegularTime Type:Full timePrimary Location:Warren, NJAdditional Locations:New York, NYEverest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at View email address on click.appcast.io U.S. Privacy Notice | Everest (everestglobal.com)SummaryLocation: Warren, NJ; New York, NYType: Full time