Head of Data & Analytics

Temenos Headquarters SA; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the banking sector is seeking a results-driven Head of Data & Analytics. This leader will transform data into actionable insights to drive business performance while managing a global team and integrating advanced analytics into strategic planning. Candidates should possess extensive experience in data management and governance and a strong educational background.

Benefits

Maternity leave: 3 days per week in the first month

1 week of paid leave for civil partnerships

4 weeks of paid family care leave

4 recharge days per year

2 weeks of paid study leave each year

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data and analytics roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
• Proven track record of building and scaling data teams globally.
• Deep understanding of data architecture, modern analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise-wide data and analytics strategy.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing data team.
• Establish and enforce data governance policies.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Governance

Stakeholder Management

Data Strategy

Leadership

Change Management

Analytics

Communication

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Business, or a related field

Tools

Snowflake

Power BI

Tableau

Databricks

Microsoft Data Factory

Azure Data Lake

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

ABOUT TEMENOS

Temenos powers a world of banking thatcreates opportunities for billions of people and businesses everywhere. We havebeen doing this for over 30 years through the pioneering spirit of our Temenosianswho are passionate about making banking better, together. We serve over 3000 clients from the largest to challengers andcommunity banks in 150+ countries. We collaboratewith clients to build new banking services and state-of-the-art customerexperiences on our open banking platform, helping them operate moresustainably. At Temenos, we have an open-minded andinclusive culture, where everyone has the power to create their own destiny andmake a positive contribution to the world of banking and society.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a visionary and results-driven Head ofData & Analytics to lead our global data strategy, governance, andanalytics initiatives within the Corporate Global IT organization. This role iscritical in transforming data into actionable insights that drive businessperformance, innovation, and competitive advantage. You will lead a team ofdata professionals and collaborate across departments and regions to embeddata-driven decision-making into the core of our operations. Additionally, youwill oversee the ownership and evolution of enterprise budgeting andforecasting software, ensuring it supports strategic financial planning andintegrates seamlessly with broader data and analytics frameworks.

OPPORTUNITIES

You will Data Strategy & Leadership: Define and execute the enterprise-wide data and analytics strategy aligned with global business goals, offering a single source of truth and holistic data management / access solution. Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of data scientists, analysts, and engineers. Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance across regions. Analytics & Insights: Drive the development of advanced analytics, dashboards, and reporting to support strategic decisions. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with global business units to identify opportunities for data-driven improvements and innovation. Technology Enablement: Oversee the selection and implementation of data platforms, tools, and technologies. Performance Measurement: Define KPIs and success metrics to evaluate the impact of data initiatives. Culture Building: Foster a data-driven culture across the global organization through education, advocacy, and best practices. Budgeting & Forecasting Software Ownership: Lead integration, and continuous improvement of enterprise budgeting and forecasting software. Collaborate with Finance, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure the tool supports strategic planning, financial accuracy, and scenario modeling. Ensure data integrity, user adoption, and alignment with broader analytics and reporting frameworks.

SKILLS

You should have Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Business, or a related field. 8+ years of experience in data and analytics roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position. Proven track record of building and scaling data teams and capabilities in a global context. Deep understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, and modern analytics platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Power BI, Tableau, Databricks). Hands-on experience with Microsoft Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and Microsoft Fabric. Strong knowledge of data governance, privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR), and data lifecycle management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience in change management and driving cultural transformation through data. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term vision with practical execution. Fluent/ native English

VALUES

Careabouttransformingthe Banking landscape. Committobeingpart of an exciting culture and product evolving within the financialindustry. Collaborateeffectivelyand proactively with teams within or outside Temenos. Challengeyourselfto be ambitious and achieve your individual as well as the companytargets.

SOME OF OUR BENEFITS include:

Maternity leave:Transition back with 3 days per week in the first month and 4 days per week in the second month Civil Partnership:1 week of paid leave if you're getting married. This covers marriages and civil partnerships, including same sex/civil partnership Family care:4 weeks of paid family care leave Recharge days:4 days per year to use when you need to physically or mentally needed to recharge Study leave:2 weeks of paid leave each year for study or personal development

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