Head of Data

My client is seeking a Head of Data with a strong background in financial services or banking to spearhead their data department in the region. Job Summary: The Head of Data will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing data strategy, with a focus on harnessing data to drive financial innovation, risk management, and customer satisfaction. This position requires a unique combination of deep expertise in data management and analytics, a strong understanding of the financial services industry, and the ability to lead a team towards achieving strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial data analysis, regulatory compliance, and leveraging data insights for business growth. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with the financial sector's unique requirements, focusing on data governance, quality, analytics, and compliance with financial regulations. • Lead the data team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation while expanding its capabilities to meet the growing needs of the business. • Ensure the design and maintenance of robust data infrastructure and architecture that meet the specific demands of the financial services sector, including high security and compliance standards. • Work closely with stakeholders across the company to identify opportunities for leveraging data in risk management, customer insights, and product development. • Champion data privacy and ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements and best practices in data handling within the financial industry. • Drive the adoption of advanced analytics and data science methods to support decision-making and offer competitive financial solutions. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes that impact data management and analytics in the financial sector