Insights & Analytics Director

Axis Communications

. Lead delivery and value realisation of the North America Insights & Analytics portfolio .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $180,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading analytics and AI initiatives within the insurance industry, focusing on delivering business value and driving adoption of data-driven solutions. Proven ability to manage teams, influence stakeholders, and align analytics strategies with business objectives.

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Analytics LeadershipAI Solution DeliveryStakeholder ManagementTeam DevelopmentAgile Delivery

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Hard Skills

Data ScienceBusiness IntelligenceAI ImplementationPredictive ModellingMachine LearningAnalytics StrategyData Product DevelopmentUnderwriting AnalyticsPortfolio ManagementGovernance and Risk Management

Soft Skills

Influencing SkillsPeople LeadershipStrategic ThinkingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Relevant Field

Industry Keywords

InsuranceReinsuranceUnderwritingSpecialty InsuranceData GovernanceResponsible AIOperational EfficiencyTransformation ProgrammesCross-Functional CollaborationContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead delivery and value realisation of the North America Insights & Analytics portfolio
Act as the primary Data & Analytics partner to North American underwriting leadership teams
Develop understanding of underwriting strategy, operational challenges and growth objectives
Translate business opportunities into analytics, AI and data product initiatives
Link initiatives to clear business outcomes and success measures
Drive adoption of analytics and AI solutions across underwriting teams
Champion evidence-based decision making through data and insights
Provide business leadership and oversight for AI-enabled underwriting initiatives
Partner with Data Scientists, AI Engineers, Architects and Technology teams to industrialise and scale AI capabilities
Ensure AI solutions align with governance standards, risk appetite and responsible AI principles
Establish trusted relationships with underwriting leaders and key stakeholders
Facilitate alignment between business priorities and enterprise Data & Analytics strategy
Lead and develop North America-aligned Insights & Analytics team members
Promote collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability
Drive agile and product-oriented delivery practices
Ensure solutions are scalable, sustainable and maintainable
Promote reuse of data products, models and analytics capabilities
Deliver measurable improvements in underwriting effectiveness, portfolio performance and operational efficiency
Oversee AI components of AXCEED and other North American strategic portfolio initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in analytics, business intelligence, data science or AI
At least 3 years leading teams within complex organisations
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the insurance or reinsurance industry, partnering closely with underwriting or specialty insurance business functions
Demonstrated success delivering business value through analytics and AI initiatives
Experience leading at least two cross-functional transformation or strategic delivery programmes
Proven record of influencing senior stakeholders and executive leadership teams
Experience operating within agile delivery environments
Experience directly managing a team of at least 6 people, including team leads or senior individual contributors
Strong understanding of insights, analytics, data science, AI and data product delivery
Knowledge of modern AI and machine learning capabilities, including generative AI applications
Understanding of underwriting processes, portfolio management and insurance analytics
Strong appreciation of responsible AI, governance and risk management principles
Ability to identify the most appropriate solution for a business problem, whether traditional reporting, advanced analytics, predictive modelling or AI
Strategic thinking and strong commercial acumen
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Strong people leadership and coaching capability
Ability to bring clarity and direction in complex environments
Comfortable balancing strategic priorities with delivery execution
Advanced degree in a relevant field is highly desirable, or equivalent professional experience
At least 3 years’ experience in North American specialty or commercial insurance underwriting analytics is preferred
Experience deploying AI or machine learning solutions into production in an underwriting or portfolio management context is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Medical plans for you and your family
Health and wellness programs
Retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement
Hybrid work arrangement with 3 days per week in the office