Associate Director, HR Data Stewardship and Data Products

Prudential Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Associate Director for HR Data Stewardship and Data Products. This role focuses on shaping the global HR data landscape, ensuring data quality, governance, and reporting standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in HR data governance with expertise in Workday and Power BI. The position requires strong leadership skills to influence senior stakeholders and manage data product solutions that drive HR insights. Join a diverse team dedicated to impacting lives by supporting data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in HR data governance, analytics, or data strategy.
• At least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Strong expertise in designing data governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR data governance strategy.
• Establish HR data quality standards.
• Manage HR data products and dashboard solutions.

Skills

HR Data Governance

Analytics

Data Strategy

Workday

Power BI

Stakeholder Engagement

Tools

Workday

Power BI

Job description

Associate Director, HR Data Stewardship and Data Products

Prudential’s purpose is to be partners for every life and protectors for every future. Our purpose encourages everything we do by creating a culture in which diversity is celebrated and inclusion assured, for our people, customers, and partners. We provide a platform for our people to do their best work and make an impact to the business, and we support our people’s career ambitions. We pledge to make Prudential a place where you can Connect, Grow, and Succeed.

Job Profile Summary

The Associate Director, HR Data Stewardship and Data Products plays a key role in shaping and guiding the enterprise HR data landscape. The role contributes to the direction of the global HR Data Model, HR Data Governance, HR Data Quality, and HR Reporting standards, ensuring alignment with the organizational data strategy. It oversees the lifecycle of HR data products, supporting the design and delivery of scalable solutions that enable insights‑driven decisions across Prudential Group. The position engages with senior stakeholders, promotes data ethics and compliance, and drives initiatives to strengthen data culture within HR. This role reports into the Director, People Analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Governance
  • Partner with the Director, People Analytics in the development and implementation of the global HR Data Governance strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise data policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Establish and enforce group standards for HR data quality, lifecycle management, and compliance across all markets.
  • Influence senior leadership on data-driven decision-making and governance priorities.
• Enterprise Data Strategy & Integration
  • Partner with the Prudential Data Office and Technology leaders to design a 360‑degree employee view under a unified data architecture that integrates internal data (such as engagement and transaction data) and external data (such as compensation benchmarks and social listening data).
  • Contribute to shaping the HR Data Model and taxonomy, ensuring scalability and interoperability with enterprise platforms (e.g., Workday, Power BI).
• Data Product Ownership
  • Develop and manage the group‑wide roadmap for HR data products and dashboard solutions, from concept to delivery and ongoing enhancement.
  • Support innovation in analytics, reporting and dashboard capabilities, enabling predictive insights and advanced workforce analytics.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior HR and business leaders, influencing decisions on data strategy and governance.
  • Manage the HR Data Stewardship community, fostering collaboration and accountability for data quality across regions.
  • Promote data literacy and governance awareness through effective communication and targeted training programs.
• Ensure adherence to global data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and internal policies, mitigating risks associated with sensitive HR data.
• Monitor governance effectiveness using KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Requirements

• Experience & Expertise
  • 10+ years in HR data governance, analytics, or data strategy, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing data governance frameworks and data product strategies.
  • Strong expertise in Workday and/or PowerBI, including governance, security, and advanced dashboard capabilities.
• Leadership & Influence
  • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organizational change.
  • Experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing global communities of practice.
• Strategic & Analytical Skills
  • Ability to translate complex data concepts into actionable business strategies.
  • Knowledge of data protection laws, ethical data practices, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Communication & Change Management
  • Excellent communication skills, able to articulate concepts and drive adoption across diverse audiences.
  • Skilled in facilitating executive workshops and steering committees.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part‑time / fixed‑term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third‑party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements.