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Manulife

Senior Manager – AI Model Validation

Manulife

. Provide independent challenge and constructive feedback for AI/ML, GenAI, and agentic models .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeToronto • CanadaSenior💰 CA$129,400 - CA$179,400 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in AI/ML model validation, risk management, and statistical analysis, with a strong ability to communicate findings to diverse stakeholders. Proficient in mentoring junior data scientists and managing model governance processes within a corporate environment.

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AI/ML Model ValidationStatistical AnalysisModel Risk ManagementStrong Communication SkillsData Science Experience

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Hard Skills
Data ScienceModel TestingQuantitative AnalysisReport WritingCode ImplementationModel Performance MetricsValidation Framework DevelopmentBenchmarkingSensitivity AnalysisAI/ML Research
Soft Skills
Critical ThinkingStakeholder ManagementCollaborationMentoringKnowledge Sharing
Certifications & Qualifications
Master's Degree or Higher in StatisticsBiostatisticsData ScienceEngineeringMathematics
Industry Keywords
AI GovernanceModel Risk Regulatory ExpectationsOSFI E-23Responsible AIGenerative AILLMsRAG SystemsAgentic AI SolutionsAutomated Assurance ToolingCross-Functional Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide independent challenge and constructive feedback for AI/ML, GenAI, and agentic models
  • Identify model weaknesses, limitations, assumptions, and risks, and recommend remediation actions
  • Manage competing deadlines and expectations and coordinate procedural alignment
  • Communicate technical concepts and validation findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Review model documentation and assess model design and performance
  • Produce clear, evidence-based validation reports and recommendations
  • Conduct model testing, benchmarking, sensitivity analysis, and other validation activities
  • Evaluate whether AI models are reliable, fair, safe, explainable, and fit for purpose
  • Support model inventory management, model risk operations, and AI governance processes
  • Mentor and support junior data scientists through technical coaching, knowledge sharing, and review of validation methodologies
  • Identify, assess, and communicate AI/ML model risks across models deployed globally at Manulife

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master's degree or higher in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • At least 3-5 years of combined hands-on data science experience and stakeholder-exposed experience
  • Experience in data science, statistics, AI/ML model development, AI/ML research, model validation, model risk management, or a related quantitative discipline
  • Strong critical thinking skills and ability to independently challenge assumptions and assess model risk
  • Hands-on report writing and code implementation
  • Experience interpreting model performance metrics and conducting quantitative analyses
  • Strong communication, written documentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to collaborate with parties across a large corporation
  • Prior AI/ML model validation or production AI/ML model development experience preferred
  • Knowledge of AI governance and model risk regulatory expectations, especially OSFI E-23, preferred
  • Familiarity with Responsible AI concepts preferred
  • Experience evaluating Generative AI, LLMs, RAG systems, or agentic AI solutions preferred
  • Experience developing validation frameworks, testing libraries, or automated assurance tooling preferred
  • Experience in global, cross-functional environments preferred
  • Experience conducting AI/ML research in academic or industry settings preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible environment supporting learning, growth, well-being, and inclusion
  • Health, dental, mental health, and vision benefits
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance coverage
  • Adoption/surrogacy benefits
  • Wellness benefits
  • Employee/family assistance plans
  • Retirement savings plans, including pension
  • Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
  • Financial education and counseling resources
  • Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days in Canada
  • Statutory leaves of absence
  • Incentive programs and incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance