Vice President, Data Management Strategy

About the role

Join a team modernizing data management and governance at a leading global financial institution. You will help shape how the firm unlocks value from data by making it AI-ready—enabling better insights, stronger risk management, and scalable innovation. This role offers high-visibility work with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams. You will influence strategy, operating models, and execution across critical data initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Define the Chief Data Office vision and target-state strategy, including actionable business plans
• Establish the scope and prioritization of data management initiatives
• Apply structured problem-solving and design thinking to address top strategic priorities
• Collect, synthesize, analyze, and present project data and findings
• Conduct analyses to identify issues and formulate recommendations
• Develop strategic presentations for internal and external audiences
• Perform competitor and industry research using public and internal sources
• Monitor industry trends and share reports and analyses with senior stakeholders and the broader team
• Coach and manage junior team members

Requirements

• At least five years of industry experience with a data, analytics, or product background
• Experience in strategy and problem solving, such as in management consulting, a technology firm, a banking division, or an internal strategy team
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and apply quantitative, analytical, and conceptual problem-solving approaches
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and work under pressure
• Demonstrated interpersonal leadership and influencing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and data management, with the ability to engage stakeholders on complex technical concepts and generate insights

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and technical knowledge of data management and governance, big data platforms, or data architecture
• MBA or other advanced degree

Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more.