Senior Manager/Director, Data Science page is loaded Senior Manager/Director, Data Science Apply locations Hong Kong - Group Office time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R-0014804 About FWD GroupFWD Group is a pan-Asian life insurance business with approximately 10 million customers across 10 markets, including some of the fastest growing insurance markets in the world. Established in 2013, FWD is focused on making the insurance journey simpler, faster and smoother, with innovative propositions and easy-to-understand products, supported by digital technology. Through this customer-led approach, FWD is committed to changing the way people feel about insurance.For more information please visit www.fwd.com PURPOSEResponsible for setting enterprise-wide  data science and AI strategy, roadmap, process and tools to achieve Data Driven Decision OrganizationDrive the implementation of strategic data science initiatives such as AI lab, ML, and customer analytics to achieve business growth, better customer experience and productivity improvement.Building the Data Science capability and team for the firm while effectively managing this newly developed function.Enable country data science team by strategy design, best practice sharing, necessary training and coach.KEY ACCOUNTAIBILITIESProvide thought leadership and contribute to developing and executing detail data science and AI strategy and roadmapBuild high performance teamDeliver actionable insights through machine learning and AICollaborate with stakeholders to define and develop new Product/Tool/Process innovation by using AI and Machine LearningChallenge the way we do business through application of advanced analytics and data science including predictive modelling, machine learning, natural language processing, deep learning, pattern recognition, expert systems and AIQUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCEBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Statistics, MBA, or equivalent trade-off in related professional work experience.~10 years strong experiences with Customer Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Mining, and Business Intelligence program development and implementation.~5 years team management experience.Familiar SAS, SPSS, R, Python, Spark, pylearn2, SQLActively seeks new AI/ML/data management technology options and approaches.Strong people Management skillsExcellent communication skills and ability to work closely with business leaders to align with strategic goals.KNOWLEDGE & TECHNICAL SKILLSKnowledge of insurance industry leading data analytics and AI practices.Knowledge of advanced analytics: linear regression, logistic regression, decision tree, neural network, random forest, k-means, ARMA, association rule, SVM, ANN, CNN, DNNTool: SAS, SPSS, R, Python, RapidMiner, Spark, pylearn2, SQL About Us Who we are Established in 2013, FWD is the insurance business of investment group, Pacific Century Group. We currently serve over 5 million customers across pan Asia. In fact we’re now one of the fastest-growing companies in one of the fastest-growing markets in the most dynamic region in the world. Find out more at www.fwd.com Our vision FWD is a different kind of insurance company. Led by our customers. Driven by technology. And our vision is simple: to change the way people feel about insurance. So we offer a new kind of insurance. It’s easier to understand, easier to buy, and easier to claim. This isn't the way insurance usually feels. But we’re not your usual insurance company. Life at FWD We want you and your career to thrive with us. That’s why we offer competitive benefits in a dynamic, fun and pro-active environment that nurtures fearless innovation. Our people Our teams come from a surprisingly wide variety of industries and backgrounds, because we place a high value on the different perspectives which having a truly diverse pool of talent and experience brings to the party. Our values – committed, innovative, proactive, open and caring – define who we are and what we do as we work together to bring our vision to life, every single day. We’re always excited to hear from potential new colleagues who share our passion and vision, so if any of these descriptions sound like you then we’d love to talk to you. Challenger. Help us throw out the rule book and look at our industry through a different lens. Join us in our bold vision as we build a new kind of company for a new kind of customer. Champion. Be part of an organisation that believes in the value of trust. Because we know that each promise we keep turns into something far more powerful.  Innovator. Here's to those who love to solve a problem – who see them as challenges rather than roadblocks. We guarantee that each and every new idea will not only stretch you but will also truly make a difference - to our customers as well as our industry. Caring for our communities At FWD we have a strong sense of responsibility and care for the communities in which we work. So we encourage our employees to be part of something bigger by giving back to their communities through our Community Care work – our corporate social responsibility programme. If you want to hear about other roles within FWD, follow us on LinkedIn
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