VP, Enterprise Data

Position Overview We are seeking our first VP, Enterprise Data to lead the execution and evolution of our enterprise data strategy, driving measurable business impact across our global network. This role will position data as a core driver of growth, performance, and decision-making across the organization. This role will oversee the execution of our data modernization roadmap, including architecture, governance, and analytics, ensuring data is trusted, accessible, and actionable. Partnering closely with commercial, product, marketing, and technology teams, you will translate data into scalable products, insights, and capabilities that drive personalization, loyalty, and revenue growth. As a senior leader, you will build and lead high-performing teams, foster a culture of accountability and data-driven decision making, and serve as a trusted partner to the executive leadership team. This is a full-time position located in New York City. We offer flexible workplace policies that allow for working remotely 3 days a week and require being in our NYC office 2 days a week (Wednesdays and Thursdays). Key Responsibilities Execute & Evolve Data Strategy Execute and continuously refine the enterprise data strategy aligned to commercial growth, member value, and long-term business prioritiesEstablish data as a core enterprise capability across loyalty, personalization, distribution, and network intelligenceIdentify and prioritize high-impact data use cases that drive measurable business outcomesPartner with executive leadership to ensure data strategy is embedded into overall business and digital strategy Modernize the Data Ecosystem Lead the modernization of data architecture, engineering, integration, and governance across the organizationProvide technical leadership to the teams responsible for building and maintaining the enterprise data ecosystem, ensuring high-quality execution, scalable architecture, and alignment with business prioritiesAdvance a scalable, cloud-based data platform to support real-time and advanced analytics use casesDefine and operationalize the distinction between operational (EDP) and analytical (EDW) environmentsEnable the foundation for AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics at scaleEnsure interoperability and integration across internal systems and external partner platforms Build World-Class Data Capabilities Establish enterprise data governance, ownership, and stewardship models across key domainsImprove data quality, lineage, accessibility, and trust to support decision-making at all levelsDesign and scale a high-performing data organization, including talent, structure, and operating modelAlign data initiatives and investments with clear KPIs and measurable business impactBuild capabilities in AI, automation, and data product developmentCoach and develop technical leaders while establishing clear accountability, delivery expectations, and operating discipline across the organization. Drive Business Impact Translate guest, member, partner, and market data into actionable insights and scalable data productsEnable personalization, loyalty optimization, pricing, and broader commercial performance initiativesSupport data-driven decision-making across commercial, product, and operational teamsChampion data fluency and adoption across leadership and the broader organization Qualifications And Skills Experience & Industry Knowledge Experience in hospitality, travel, consumer, marketplace, membership, loyalty, or other data-rich customer-focused business models preferredFamiliarity with distribution ecosystems (e.g., GDS, OTAs, loyalty platforms, channel management)Experience working in marketplace or platform-based businesses leveraging data for growth and partner performanceStrong understanding of network economics and multi-entity data models (guest, member, partner)Experience operating in global, complex organizations with varying levels of data maturity Technical Expertise Proven ability to translate enterprise data into scalable data products and decision platformsDeep experience with modern cloud data architectures (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS/GCP ecosystems)Strong knowledge of data engineering, data governance, and scalable platform designFluency in analytics, reporting, and machine learning applicationsExperience operationalizing AI and advanced analytics within commercial or customer-facing use cases Leadership & Strategic Skills Technical enterprise data leader with strong strategic judgment, business acumen, and a demonstrated ability to execute complex transformation initiativesProven success leading technical and data transformations within complex, matrixed organizationsDemonstrated ability to build, lead, and evaluate high-performing technical teams, including data engineering, platform, architecture, and governance functionsExperience advising senior executives, including CEO-level stakeholders, and influencing strategic business decisionsStrong emotional intelligence and executive presence, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholder groups and translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiencesProven ability to foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and data-driven decision making Compensation Annualized Base Salary Range: $250,000 - $300,000 Target Annual Incentive bonus: up to 40% Salary is determined by individual candidate's skills, experience, and location. Benefits The Leading Hotels of the World fosters a high-performance culture and generously rewards its employees for their contributions. Here is just a preview of the benefits we offer: 32 days of Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, including birthdays as a floating holidayMedical coverage available within the first monthHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company contribution401(k) company match up to 4% of salary, and deferred compensationUp to $500 for home office setup creditUp to $500 travel credit that supports and encourages our employees’ passion for travelUnlimited access to financial advisors Collaborative and inclusive work environment About The Leading Hotels Of The World, Ltd. (LHW) Comprised of more than 400 hotels in over 80 countries, LHW is the largest collection of independent luxury hotels. In 1928, 38 independent hoteliers came together to create LHW. Since then, the Company has carefully curated distinctive hotels, resorts, inns, chalets, villas, and safari camps from the snow-capped Alps of Europe to the African veldt, to share them with adventurous souls who seek the remarkably uncommon. The LHW community is filled of exceptional individuals, united by a passion for the surprising discoveries and details that come with every experience. LHW’s collection covers the globe and promises a broad range of destinations and uncommon experiences, enhanced by LHW’s tiered guest loyalty program Leaders Club. From converted former palaces, and countryside retreats run by the same families for generations, to gleaming skyscrapers in dynamic urban centers, serene private island escapes, glamorous tented camps - and beyond - explore, find inspiration, and experience unforgettable travel moments. For more information visit: www.lhw.com, Facebook at @LeadingHotels, Twitter at @LeadingHotels and Instagram @leadinghotelsoftheworld LHW is an equal opportunity employer. LHW does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other applicable legally protected category.