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Assistant Branch Manager
Valley First
Enderby, BC
- $64,400 to $82,500 CAD / year
- Full-time
Annual Business Plan: Participates in the development and achievement of the annual business plan. Ensures team goals and targets are achieved; ensures employees receive the training and…
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Director, Customer Protection
Metrolinx
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Provide leadership and oversight of the Customer Protection Officer and Special Constable programs, ensuring operational excellence, professional standards, workforce readiness, and…
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Manager of Financial Planning & Budgeting
WelcometoSSM
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Full-time
…provide predictive and productive analysis to the Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer, when…
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SENIOR ADVISOR, STRATEGIC AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS
NFB ONF Education
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Sets strategic priorities for the Institutional Digital Strategist, enabling the development and coordination of the institutional digital editorial calendar, while ensuring seamless…
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Senior Project Officer
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
…Foundation for Innovation (CFI), British Columbia Knowledge Development Fund (BCKDF), PacifiCan etc.), and external collaborators to support the successful planning, implementation,…
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Experienced Police Officer (All Ranks) - Class 9
City of Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie, AB
- Full-time
Are you an experienced officer of any rank looking for a new opportunity?
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Treasury Solutions Analyst
Bank of America
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Support the Treasury Sales Officer (TSO) in exceeding portfolio growth goals; including client/prospect research; proposal development, and other ad hoc sales support duties
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Treasury Solutions Analyst
Bank of America
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Support the Treasury Sales Officer (TSO) in exceeding portfolio growth goals; including client/prospect research; proposal development, and other ad hoc sales support duties
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Director, Philanthropy
Save the Children Canada
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Reporting to the Chief External Engagement Officer, you will lead the evolution of Save the Children Canada's philanthropy program, expanding our presence in Canada's major philanthropic…
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Director of Hospitality
Vancouver Golf Club
Coquitlam, BC
- Full-time
Reporting: General Manager / Chief Operating Officer. The Director will be a senior member of the Club’s operating leadership team. Final reporting relationships and compensation will be…
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Apps Support Intmd Analyst - Officer
Citi
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Participate in application releases, from development, testing and deployment into production.
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District Clerk
Government of Manitoba
Riverton, MB
- Part-time
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Commercialization Manager
Skyward Wildfire Technologies
Vancouver, BC
- $80,000 to $110,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
You will report to the Director of Business Development and Government Partnerships, who leads priority government relationships and major deals, and work closely with the incoming Chief…
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Director, Operations Accounting
Saturn Oil + Gas Inc.
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Saturn is a returns-driven Canadian energy company focused on the efficient, responsible and innovative development of high-quality, light oil weighted assets, supported by an acquisition…
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Central Bank Financial Officer
Government of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
Manitoba Justice is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of a Central Bank Financial Officer in Winnipeg.
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President & CEO
Lotus Group
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Lotus Group is proud to partner with the Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA) in the recruitment of its next President & Chief Executive Officer.
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Assistant Branch Manager (Enderby Branch)
First West
Enderby, BC
Annual Business Plan: Participates in the development and achievement of the annual business plan. Ensures team goals and targets are achieved; ensures employees receive the training and…
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Lead, Risk & Resilience
Sandbox Mutual Insurance
Saskatoon, SK
- Full-time
…recovery planning. Reporting to the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, you'll provide forward-looking insights that support informed decision-making and organizational…
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Administrative Officer, Acquisitions (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)
Radio-Canada
Montreal, QC
- Part-time
…alternatives, modelling scenarios, advising managers on timeline development or adjustments,…
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Chief Information Officer/Director, Digital Services
The City of Red Deer
Red Deer, AB
The City of Red Deer is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Chief Information Officer (CIO) / Director, Digital Services to help shape the future of technology and digital service…
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QC Officer
Organizational Development & Innovation Nepal
Leading Tickles, NL
- Full-time
A leading Nutraceutical Manufacturing Company is seeking a qualified, detail-oriented, and proactive QC Officer to join its Quality Control team in Kapilvastu, Nepal. The ideal candidate…
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Governance and Stakeholder Coordination
Government of Alberta
AB
The Office of the Chief Operating Officer provides central executive leadership in the department of Treasury Board and Finance to advance high-priority, cross-government initiatives and…
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Administrative Officer, Acquisitions (French Services) (Telework/Hybrid)
CBC/Radio-Canada
Montreal, QC
- Part-time
…alternatives, modelling scenarios, advising managers on timeline development or adjustments,…
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Community Relations Coordinator
The Salvation Army in Canada
Markham, ON
- Part-time
Consult with the Corps Officer before applying for a grant/funding to confirm interest in collaborating with the foundation or agency.
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Controller
DMG Blockchain Solutions
Delta, BC
- Full-time
…digital asset mining, data center infrastructure, software development, and forensic analytics. The company is committed to driving transparency, compliance, and operational excellence…

Axial Search

Chief AI Officer

Canada

Compensation for this cohort ranges from $180K to $330K annually, depending on company stage and scope. · Full-time

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Pay: Compensation for this cohort ranges from $180K to $330K annually, depending on company stage and scope.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Axial Search is a specialist executive search firm built for one kind of hire: leaders who help organizations navigate AI transformation. Apply today to express your interest in roles like this one.

Visit our website to learn more about our process and explore free tools for your job search, including our live job market dashboard with salary, skills and hiring trend data from thousands of AI transformation roles.

What The Market Looks Like

We've tracked 12 executive-level AI strategy postings across Canada in the last six months, with concentration in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. The strongest candidates bring a blend of hands-on AI/ML fluency and boardroom credibility: they've shipped AI initiatives end-to-end, can articulate business value in financial terms, and know how to govern risk and talent. Compensation for this cohort ranges from $180K to $330K annually, depending on company stage and scope. Technology, financial services, and professional services firms are leading the hiring.

Job Responsibilities

Own the organization's AI strategy, from competitive positioning through roadmap execution and quarterly business reviews with the board or C-suite
Lead AI/ML team recruitment, capability building, and retention; set technical standards and foster a culture of experimentation and accountability
Partner with business units to identify high-impact AI use cases, prioritize investment, and measure ROI across pilots and production deployments
Drive governance, risk, and compliance frameworks around model governance, data quality, and ethical AI; ensure alignment with regulatory requirements
Manage vendor relationships and make or buy decisions on platforms, tools, and third-party AI services
Communicate AI capability, progress, and market trends to executives, boards, and stakeholders; shape organizational readiness and change management
Integrate AI strategy with existing digital and business transformation initiatives; work across finance, operations, and product teams

Candidate Requirements

10+ years in AI/ML, data science, or data engineering; at least 5 years in a leadership role (director, VP, or Chief-level) responsible for strategy, team, and P&L
Hands-on technical literacy: familiarity with model types (LLMs, classical ML, etc.), training and deployment pipelines, and data architecture; not required to code, but must review technical work credibly
Proven track record shipping AI products or capabilities in production; experience scaling from proof-of-concept to enterprise deployment
Experience navigating AI governance, model risk, bias, compliance, and ethical considerations in regulated or high-stakes environments
Board or C-suite presentation skills; ability to translate technical complexity into business impact and secure executive buy-in
Experience building and leading high-performing technical teams; comfort recruiting, retaining, and developing AI talent in a competitive market

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Responsibilities

Set and execute the organization’s AI strategy, lead AI/ML teams, and partner with business units to prioritize use cases and measure returns. Establish AI governance and compliance, manage vendors and investment decisions, and communicate progress while integrating AI with broader transformation initiatives.

Requirements

Requires 10+ years of AI/ML, data science, or data engineering experience, including at least five years in a senior leadership role with strategic, team, and P&L responsibility. Candidates need technical fluency and a record of scaling AI into production, along with governance experience, executive communication skills, and a track record of building high-performing teams.

Skills

AI Strategy
Machine Learning
Data Science
AI Governance
Model Risk Management
Ethical AI
Data Quality
AI/ML Team Leadership
AI Product Deployment
Business Case Development
ROI Measurement
Vendor Management
Regulatory Compliance
Executive Communication
Change Management
Talent Recruitment and Retention

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Keywords

Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Large Language Models
Classical Machine Learning
Data Science
Data Engineering
AI Strategy
AI Roadmap
AI Governance
Model Governance
Model Risk
Data Quality
Ethical AI
Regulatory Compliance
AI/ML Pipelines
Training and Deployment Pipelines
Data Architecture
AI Products
Proof of Concept
Enterprise Deployment
Return on Investment
Vendor Management
Make-or-Buy Decisions
Change Management
Digital Transformation
Business Transformation
P&L

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