Senior Manager - Governance, Data & AI

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance for you and dependets

Self‑Development Fund

Internal Mobility Programs

Free Meals

Cab Allowance

Home Office Setup Allowance

Sharesave Plan

Volunteering Leave

Job summary

Global Sports Jobs Limited is seeking a Senior Leader in People Analytics governance to shape the technology roadmap and ensure responsible AI, data quality, and regulatory compliance across global operations. You will partner with Technology, Legal, Security, and HR to deliver scalable data solutions while balancing innovation with risk management.

The role requires 10–12 years in data, analytics, governance or related fields and 5+ years of people management, based in Hyderabad with a hybrid

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of experience across Data, Analytics, Technology, Governance, AI, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of people management experience coaching technical SMEs and developing leaders.
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise‑scale data governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee governance frameworks for data quality, reporting standards, controls, and metadata management.
• Lead governance reviews, audits, risk assessments, and regulatory responses relating to People data and analytics.
• Define and execute the People Analytics technology roadmap with scalable, secure solutions.

Skills

Data governance

AI governance

Stakeholder mgmt

GDPR knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Workday Prism

Cloud analytics platform

Job description

About the Role

The role sits within Flutter’s People Analytics function, which is evolving rapidly as the organisation scales its use of data, automation, and AI to support global business decision‑making. It defines the governance frameworks, technology strategy, and operating standards that underpin the global People Analytics ecosystem, ensuring data, analytics, and AI capabilities are delivered responsibly, securely, and in line with regulatory requirements such as GDPR and the EU AI Act. As a senior leader, the position shapes the strategic direction of governance and technology within People Analytics, balancing innovation with risk management, regulatory compliance, and business value. It partners closely with leaders across businesses to establish data foundations, enable responsible AI adoption, and deliver scalable, future‑ready technology solutions, while leading a team of governance and technology specialists.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee governance frameworks covering data quality, reporting standards, controls, metadata management, and data lifecycle governance.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, global data protection regulations, and emerging AI governance requirements.
• Lead governance reviews, audits, risk assessments, and regulatory responses relating to People data, analytics, and reporting.
• Act as the subject matter expert on governance, compliance, and risk management within the People Analytics function.
• Define and execute the People Analytics technology roadmap, ensuring scalable, secure, and future‑ready solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, data platforms, automation capabilities, and AI tools, balancing innovation with governance and business value.
• Act as the senior authority for Responsible AI within the People domain, ensuring AI-enabled solutions meet appropriate standards for governance, transparency, oversight, and risk management.
• Partner with Technology and Architecture teams to strengthen the People Analytics data and technology ecosystem.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating complex data, governance, and technology concepts into actionable business recommendations.
• Influence strategic decision‑making by balancing innovation, risk mitigation, regulatory obligations, and commercial value.
• Build strong partnerships across Technology, Data, Legal, Security, Risk, and HR functions to drive alignment, adoption, and enterprise‑wide consistency.
• Present strategic recommendations, risks, and governance outcomes to senior leadership stakeholders.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team of governance and technology specialists.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence.
• Build succession plans and strengthen organisational capability across governance and technology disciplines.

Required Experience&Qualifications

• 10 to 12 years of experience across Data, Analytics, Technology, Governance, AI, or related disciplines.
• 5+ years of people management experience, with a proven track record of coaching technical SMEs and developing future leaders.
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise‑scale data governance frameworks, including data quality, metadata management, controls, reporting standards, and lifecycle governance.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, AI governance frameworks, the EU AI Act, and responsible AI principles, with experience operating within regulated global environments.
• Strong understanding of modern data architectures, analytics platforms, automation technologies, AI‑enabled solutions, and emerging technology trends.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive complex cross‑functional initiatives.
• Ability to balance innovation, governance, risk management, and business value when evaluating technology and AI investments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience within People Analytics, HR Technology, Workforce Analytics, or related functions.
• Familiarity with Workday, Workday Prism, cloud‑based analytics platforms, and enterprise reporting ecosystems.
• Experience supporting machine learning governance, model validation, bias monitoring, or Responsible AI programmes.
• Exposure to global employment data regulations and HR‑related compliance considerations.

Workplace

• Hybrid model with two office days per week.
• Based at Flutter Entertainment's Global Capability Centre in Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad.

Benefits&Perks

• Access to Learnerbly, Udemy, and a Self‑Development Fund for upskilling.
• Career growth through Internal Mobility Programs.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance for you and dependents.
• Coverage of OPD Consultations and Full Body health checkup every year.
• Well-Being Fund and 24/7 Assistance Program for holistic wellness.
• Flexible leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and sabbaticals.
• Free Meals, Cab Allowance, and a Home Office Setup Allowance.
• Employer PF Contribution, gratuity, Personal Accident & Life Insurance.
• Sharesave Plan to purchase discounted company shares.
• Volunteering Leave and Team Events to build connections.
• Recognition through the Kudos Platform and Referral Rewards.

About the Company

Flutter Entertainment is the world’s largest sports betting and iGaming operator, with 15.9 million average monthly players worldwide and annual revenue of $16.4billion in 2025. It has a portfolio of iconic brands including FanDuel, Paddy Power, Betfair, PokerStars, Sisal, and Sportsbet, is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and was recognised by TIME as one of the World’s Best Companies 2025. Flutter Entertainment India's office in Hi-Tech City, Hyderabad, serves as its Global Capability Centre, home to more than 1,000 colleagues working across Customer Support Operations, Data & Technology, Business Operations (Finance, HR, Procurement), and HR Tech & Analytics.