Assistant Manager, Data Excellence, Asia

QBE Insurance Group; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Manager for Data Excellence in Asia. This pivotal role focuses on developing data governance capabilities and ensuring data security and accessibility. The ideal candidate will implement long-term data strategies, manage governance activities, and build data models while mentoring junior team members. With a commitment to digital innovation and operational excellence, this company offers a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. Join a team that prioritizes well-being and growth, and take your career to the next level in a dynamic and rewarding setting.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Work-from-home policies

Parental leave

Well-being programs

Medical benefits

Online learning

Additional leave days

Study leave

Marriage leave

Internal recognition program

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance and management within business or IT operations.
• Proficiency in structured analytical techniques and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and embed data governance capabilities to ensure data security.
• Manage data governance activities and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Management

SQL

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

Risk Assessment

Customer Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or Business

Certification in Data Governance

Tools

IBM DB2

Databricks

Azure Cloud

PL/SQL

Oracle

Sybase

Job description

Assistant Manager, Data Excellence, Asia

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee

The purpose of this role is to develop and embed data governance capabilities, ensuring data security and accessibility. Responsibilities include creating data management plans, supporting data quality management, and providing analysis and reporting on data quality and governance. The role involves assisting with data migration from on-premises resources to the cloud, building data models, and managing data discrepancies. It requires a blend of technical and non-technical skills, focusing on technical experience (e.g., senior developers, data engineers, data solution architects) and strategic direction. A suitable candidate understands current technological possibilities and limitations and aligns these with business goals centered on revenue growth and cost reduction.

The opportunity:

• Implement the long-term data excellence strategy.
• Manage data governance activities collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Develop and reconcile data policies, processes, and standards.
• Build data models and design data service architectures, replicating on-prem results into the cloud and improving them.
• Manage cloud data platform costs and expansion.
• Coordinate Data Governance Council and Committee activities.
• Ensure all data assets are cataloged in Collibra with clear ownership.
• Document and embed data governance processes organization-wide.
• Communicate data issues effectively to technical and non-technical users.
• Lead Collibra implementation and develop a comprehensive knowledge base.
• Align efforts with the broader IT strategy.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

About You:

• Experience in creating specifications for approval and technical use.
• Proficiency in structured analytical techniques.
• Background in data management within business or IT operations.
• Strong critical thinking, opportunity identification, and risk assessment skills.
• Hands-on experience with database tools like IBM DB2, AS400/P400, Databricks, Azure Cloud, and languages such as SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle, Sybase.
• Previous experience in the insurance industry, preferably Lloyd's.
• Experience in customer-facing/support roles.
• Knowledge of data protection laws in Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong.
• Experience training end users on data usage.
• Ability to work with business representatives to document requirements.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and methods.

About QBE

QBE is committed to creating a positive impact through digital innovation, operational excellence, and community support. With over 13,000 employees across 27 countries, we offer diverse career opportunities in a supportive environment that values well-being and growth.

Benefits

Our benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, work-from-home policies, parental leave, well-being programs, pensions, medical benefits, online learning, additional leave days, study leave, marriage leave, and an internal recognition program.

Join us to be part of our success and advance your career in a company that values your contributions.