Join Our Team as a Data Strategy Leader - Banking

At Synechron, we believe in the transformative power of digital innovation. Our global consulting firm merges creativity and cutting-edge technology to deliver top-tier digital solutions. We offer comprehensive services in Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, and proudly serve leading financial services and technology firms.

About Synechron

Our FinLabs drive research and development, creating advanced solutions in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Data Science, Digital Underwriting, and mobile-first applications. Over the past 20+ years, we've received multiple employer awards for our commitment to our talented teams. Synechron boasts a global workforce of over 14,000 professionals across 52 offices in 20 countries.

Your Challenge

We are seeking an experienced Data Strategy Leader to spearhead data-driven decision-making and digital transformation in our banking organization. The ideal candidate has a robust background in banking and financial services and excels in developing and implementing data strategies that foster business growth, improve customer experience, and enhance risk management.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions that address business challenges and opportunities.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to identify and prioritize data initiatives that drive business value.
• Develop and maintain a data governance framework ensuring data quality, security, and compliance.
• Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making and analytics adoption within the organization.
• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies, assessing their impact on the organization's data strategy.
• Manage and mentor a team of data professionals, including data scientists, analysts, and engineers.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• 8+ years of experience in data strategy or analytics, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in banking and financial services, with expertise in areas such as risk management, customer analytics, or financial planning.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing data strategies that drive business outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong technical skills with experience in data platforms, analytics tools, and data visualization technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Preferred qualifications include experience with cloud-based data platforms, familiarity with machine learning and AI techniques, certification in data science or analytics, and experience with agile project management methodologies.

We Offer

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work within a multinational organization with 52 offices in 20 countries.
• Company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• 10 days of paid annual leave plus sick leave and national holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance plans, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• Higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities focusing on skills, knowledge, and personal development, including access to more than 5000 curated courses on Udemy.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our FinLabs and Center of Excellences groups.
• Involvement in cutting-edge projects at the world's leading financial institutions and insurance firms.
• Inclusive, flat, and approachable organization with a diverse and fun-loving global work culture.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion are integral to our culture. Synechron is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative, ‘Same Difference,’ fosters a culture of equality and respect. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and encourage applications from individuals of varied backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, ages, marital statuses, genders, sexual orientations, and disabilities.

We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, and numerous learning and development programs