Head of Delivery Data Analytics
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Data Analytics function with a focus on delivery excellence. The Head of Data Analytics and Delivery will be responsible for defining and implementing analytics strategies driving business insights and ensuring the timely delivery of analytics projects. This role requires a blend of technical expertise strategic thinking and strong leadership capabilities to manage crossfunctional teams stakeholders and client engagements.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Leadership:
- Define and execute the overall Data Analytics vision and strategy in alignment with organizational goals.
- Identify opportunities to leverage data to solve critical business problems and create value.
- Stay updated on industry trends emerging technologies and best practices in analytics.
2. Delivery Management:
- Oversee the endtoend delivery of data analytics projects ensuring high quality and timely .
- Develop and implement processes standards and governance for project management and delivery.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams (IT business data science etc. to ensure seamless project .
- Manage budgets timelines and resources effectively to meet delivery commitments.
3. Team Leadership:
- Build mentor and manage a highperforming analytics team including data scientists analysts and engineers.
- Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.
- Conduct performance evaluations and ensure team members have opportunities for skill enhancement.
4. Stakeholder Management:
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders including senior leadership and clients.
- Translate complex data insights into actionable recommendations for business leaders.
- Build strong relationships with clients ensuring their expectations are met or exceeded.
5. Technical Expertise:
- Provide guidance on data strategy architecture and infrastructure to ensure scalability and efficiency.
- Oversee the design and implementation of dashboards reports and analytics solutions.
- Ensure adherence to data governance security and compliance standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Educational Background
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Data Science Statistics Business Administration or related field.
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
Experience
- 15 years of experience with a significant portion focused on data analytics and the insurance domain.
- Proven track record of delivering largescale analytics projects successfully.
Technical Skills
- Expertise in data analytics tools and technologies (e.g. SQL Python R Tableau Power BI).
- Knowledge of big data platforms like Hadoop Spark or Snowflake is a plus.
- Familiarity with machine learning and AI applications in insurance.
Domain Knowledge
- Comprehensive understanding of insurance workflows regulatory requirements and industry challenges.
- Experience in leveraging analytics for key insurance use cases such as risk modelling customer segmentation and operational efficiency.
Leadership and Communication
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide large teams.
- Strong clientfacing and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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