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Chief Data Officer (perm)

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Job Description

Build up a data strategy for this global insurance company, working directly with leadership

Roles/Responsibilities

  • As a member of the Executive Leadership team, you will be defining, and subsequently implementing, a Data Strategy and Data Policy for the company. The goal is to position the organization as a data-driven powerhouse. You will collaborate with business leaders to identify and deliver new data-driven opportunities that generate growth, improve efficiency, and enhance the customer experience. With a focus on creating a data-driven culture, you will lead the way in leveraging data and analytics to support decision-making and drive impactful business outcomes.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy to leverage existing data assets, generating business value, and enhancing our competitive position in the market.
  • Collaborate with business leadership to identify and deliver new data-driven opportunities for growth, efficiency, and customer experience enhancement.
  • Promote the development of a data-driven culture that uses analytics and data to inform decisions and have a positive influence on the organization.
  • Establish the enterprise's data management strategy based on the group data strategy, coordinating it with regional business and IT goals.
  • Implement strategies for managing data strategically and securely, assuring the accuracy of vital data across all environments and systems.
  • Maintain data and information governance policies, procedures, and frameworks.
  • Ensure adherence to industry regulations, especially those relating to data privacy and security.
  • Create and administer a data literacy program to provide staff with the abilities and information required for efficient data use.
  • Create and lead a productive team.

Required skills

  • 5+ years of experience working with BtoC or consumer data, in any industry.
  • 7+ years of experience leading a team in Business Intelligence, Data Management, Data Strategy, or similar area.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to clearly communicate in both English and Japanese complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • A track record of successfully leading data-related initiatives, creating and implementing data strategies, and producing outcomes.
  • The capacity to apply data-driven insights to business difficulties.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Expertise in analytics tools including Python, SQL, Hadoop, etc.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (computer science, information technology, or business administration); master's degree preferred.
  • Deep understanding of data management technologies, including data warehouses, data lakes, data integration tools (e.g., Informatica), analytics platforms (e.g., PowerBI), and data platform stacks (e.g., Azure).
  • Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations.
  • Fluent level Japanese, business level English or higher.

*Please note that you must live in Japan with eligibility to work here in order to be considered.

Preferred skills

  • Experience in insurance, or other BtoC financial services field.
  • Experience building a strategy from scratch.

Personal Attributes

  • Resilience to overcome difficulties and try new things to solve old problems.
  • Ability to connect with people from different backgrounds.

About our client

Our client is a global leader in the insurance industry, with their HQ in Europe. They offer a wide range of products and services to individuals and businesses around the world. With a strong reputation for financial stability and innovation, our client provides peace of mind and protection to millions of customers.
As an employer, our client values diversity, inclusion, and professional development. They offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where employees are empowered to make a difference. With a focus on digital transformation and customer-centric solutions, our client embraces innovation to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Joining our client means being part of a team that is committed to excellence and delivering exceptional customer experiences. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and corporate responsibility, our client strives to create a positive impact in the communities it serves.
If you're looking for an exciting career opportunity with a global industry leader that values innovation, teamwork, and making a difference, our client is the place for you.

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