Mattias is the Head of Data and AI at Länsförsäkringar, where he leads the companys data-driven innovation strategy. He has an extensive background in the financial sector, having served as Chief Data Officer at Handelsbanken. He holds a Master of Science in Engineering from KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
He describes artificial intelligence as a "team sport, " emphasizing collaboration and a strong data foundation to create genuine business value.
Mattias Karlsson
Head of Data and AI at Länsförsäkringar
Sweden
Overview
Topics They Care About
Data & AI Value
He is focused on leveraging data and AI to create tangible and real business value, a key theme in his current role.
Financial Technology
His entire career has been within the banking and insurance sectors at major institutions like Handelsbanken and Länsförsäkringar.
Data Foundation
Emphasizes the critical importance of having a solid data foundation as a prerequisite for implementing successful AI solutions.
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Mattias has no verified media appearances
Work History
3-2025
Head of Data and AI at Länsförsäkringar
2021 - 2-2025
CDO, Chief Data Officer at Handelsbanken
2019 - 2021
Head of Development Customer process, Analytics, Integration and Security at Handelsbanken
2018 - 2019
Head of Development Financing-, FX- and Derivatives Systems at Handelsbanken
2016 - 2018
Head of Development Markets, Front Office-, Back office- and Risk systems at Handelsbanken
2013 - 2016
Head of Development for Front Office - and Risk systems at Handelsbanken
2011 - 2013
Head of Model Development, Risk Department at Handelsbanken
2006 - 2011
Quantitative analyst at Handelsbanken
6-1999 - 3-2006
Scientist at FOI
Education
1995 - 2000
Civilingenjörsexamen from KTH Royal Institute of Technology
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Location : Sweden
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Head of Data and AI at Länsförsäkringar
