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Chief Data Officer, Financial Services

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We are seeking a Chief Data Officer to spearhead the creation and execution of their Group data strategy. This role will concentrate on propelling data innovation, governance, analytics, and business intelligence initiatives across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency, customer insights, and decision-making.


What you'll do:
As the Chief Data Officer (CDO), you will be entrusted with leading the formulation and implementation of a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with the Group's business goals. You will establish and enforce data governance frameworks while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. Your role will involve promoting the use of data analytics to unlock business insights and recommending strategies for growth. You will also spearhead the development of scalable data infrastructure to support enterprise-level analytics. Leading a high-performing team is crucial in this role as well as collaborating closely with key business units.

• Formulate and implement a comprehensive data strategy that aligns with Group’s business goals, vision, and objectives.
• Establish and enforce data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices to ensure data quality, privacy, and security.
• Ensure the company complies with all regulatory and compliance requirements related to data management.
• Promote the use of data analytics to unlock business insights, identify trends, and recommend actionable strategies for business growth and efficiency.
• Spearhead the development of scalable data infrastructure and architecture to support enterprise-level analytics.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing data team.
• Collaborate closely with key business units such as marketing, risk management, finance, and operations to identify data-driven opportunities for improvement.


What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Chief Data Officer (CDO) position should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. You should bring along at least 10-15 years of experience in data management with a strong background in the financial services or credit industry. Your expertise in data analytics and business intelligence tools such as SQL, Python, Hadoop, Spark, AWS etc. will be crucial for this role. You should have experience in leading enterprise-wide data transformation initiatives and a strong knowledge of data privacy and security regulations. Excellent communication skills are required to present complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Business or a related field.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in data management.
• Strong background in the financial services or credit industry.
• Expertise in data analytics, business intelligence tools such as SQL, Python, Hadoop, Spark, AWS etc.
• Experience in leading enterprise-wide data transformation initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of data privacy and security regulations.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking with hands-on approach to problem-solving.

What sets this company apart:
This is a leading financial services company that values innovation and collaboration. They offer an inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and your career growth is supported. They believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, providing their employees with opportunities to enhance their skills and reach their full potential.


What's next:
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now!


Apply today by clicking on the link!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: General Management

Focus: General Management

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Executive

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: 3ZVJFD-C14BFE28

Date posted: 03 January 2025

Consultant: Sammie Sam

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