Digital Innovation & Growth Manager (AI/Data Solutions) (Insurance)

Classy Wheeler Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading life insurance provider in Hong Kong is seeking a Digital Innovation & Growth Manager to spearhead AI-driven projects and drive data governance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in insurance analytics and a strong background in AI and data protection. Proficiency in Python and excellent communication skills are essential for this role. Join us to leverage digital innovation and enhance customer experience in the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data governance, AI/ML projects, or insurance analytics.
• Strong knowledge of data protection best practices in financial services.
• Proven track record in delivering data products and managing end-to-end project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead data governance initiatives and enforce compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Drive company-wide AI and Generative AI projects.
• Collaborate with data science, IT, and business teams to deploy AI models.

Skills

Data governance compliance

AI/ML project management

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Proficient in English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics

Tools

Python

Job description

Digital Innovation & Growth Manager (AI/Data Solutions) (Insurance)

Client Description

Company Description: A leading life insurance provider in Hong Kong offering a wide range of protection and savings solutions. The company is known for leveraging digital innovation to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.

Location: Cityplaza, Taikoo Shing
Nature: Renewable Contract (annual renewal)

Job Description

• Lead data governance initiatives and enforce compliance with regulatory requirements and data protection protocols.
• Drive company-wide AI and Generative AI projects, identifying opportunities to integrate AI into business processes such as customer service, claims automation, and fraud detection.
• Collaborate with data science, IT, and business teams to design, develop, and deploy AI models with measurable business impact.
• Explore and prototype AI-driven underwriting solutions, including predictive risk modeling, automated decision-making, and NLP for medical records analysis.
• Evaluate third-party AI tools and vendors to optimize underwriting and operational efficiency.
• Stay updated on emerging AI trends and assess their applicability in the insurance sector.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of data products and AI solutions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in data governance, AI/ML projects, or insurance analytics (life insurance experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of data protection best practices within financial services.
• Proven track record in delivering data products and managing end-to-end project lifecycles.
• Proficiency in Python and hands‑on coding experience is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficient in spoken and written English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.