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The Team Head for Data Platform & Analytics serves as business owner of the Global Data Platform (GDP) and leads the bank’s data and analytics agenda. This role defines the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the platform, ensuring it delivers measurable business value and enables informed decision-making across the organisation.Business ownership of the Global Data Platform:
Define the platform’s vision, target state, and roadmap
Align business and IT on priorities, scope, and delivery outcomes
Ensure the platform provides trusted, high-quality, and reusable data assets
Stakeholder engagement and scope development:
Design effective engagement models with business units
Drive platform adoption, expand use cases, and manage governance and funding; enable clear prioritisation and value reporting
Lead growth in data assets through improved modelling and quality assurance
Advance data science capabilities:
Promote and coordinate advanced analytics initiatives across the bank
Support tools, best practices, and expert communities
Secure resources and foster talent development for critical data projects
Contribution to enterprise data & AI strategy:
Shape and evolve the bank’s overarching data and AI strategy in line with GDP objectives
Collaborate with technology, risk, and business functions to set governance and standards
Represent the data function in key strategic programmes and executive forums
Education & Experience:
University degree in Business Administration, Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience in data management, analytics, or digital transformation
Relevant background in banking or wealth management
Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and manage diverse stakeholders
Candidate Profiles (One of Two Tracks):
A. Data Platform / Technical Profile
Experience implementing or running an enterprise-scale data platform
Strong grasp of data architecture, modelling, and governance
Knowledge of analytics platforms and modern tools (e.g., Databricks, Snowflake)
•Understanding of banking operations, regulations, and data needs
B. Strategy / Business Profile
Background in strategy consulting or corporate strategy, preferably involving data/digital/technology
Ability to turn business goals into actionable, data-led strategies
Experience driving alignment and execution in large organisations
Solid analytical skills and capacity to master technical domains quickly
Competencies and Attributes:
Leadership through influence—able to drive results without direct authority
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Excellent communicator and collaborator with superior stakeholder skills
Entrepreneurial, proactive, and accountable
Skilled in project management—balancing vision with operational demands
Conscious of risks, data quality, and compliance in financial services
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