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Executive: Data Management & Analytics (Insurance)

Are you a visionary data leader with a strong background in the insurance industry ?

We are looking for an accomplished executive to build and scale a world-class Data Management & Analytics function that drives measurable business impact.

In this role, you will establish and lead a Centre of Excellence , define and execute the enterprise data strategy, and embed analytics into critical decision-making processes across the organisation.

You will partner with Exco and senior stakeholders to shape the enterprise data agenda, champion governance and data quality, and deliver high-value use cases across Finance, Risk, Actuarial, Compliance, and HR.

Key focus areas:

• Establish and enhance a Data Management & Analytics Centre of Excellence
• Design and implement enterprise-wide data governance and quality frameworks
• Align cross-functional teams on data definitions, logic, and KPIs
• Develop and operationalise analytics use cases to inform strategic decision-making
• Embed trusted data and analytics outputs across core business processes
• Provide technical and strategic leadership to analytics teams and contribute to enterprise data architecture

Ideal profile:

• Proven executive or senior management experience in Data Management / Analytics within the insurance industry
• Demonstrated track record in designing and implementing data strategies and governance frameworks
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at Exco and Board level
• Deep understanding of analytics tools and technologies , with the ability to convert business needs into practical data solutions
• A collaborative, visionary leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and driving organizational change

Technical Skills (Preferred):

• Data Governance & Quality: Informatica, Collibra, Talend
• Databases & Warehousing: SQL Server, Snowflake, Oracle
• Analytics & BI: Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, SAS
• Programming: Python, R, SQL
• Big Data & ETL: Spark, Hadoop, Alteryx, SSIS

If you’re ready to shape the future of data and analytics within a leading, forward-thinking organization in the insurance space, we’d love to connect with you.

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• Seniority level Executive

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• Employment type Full-time

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