Data Management Operations Lead

0101 The Huntington National Bank; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington National Bank is seeking a Data Management Operations Lead to deliver high-value data services and operational support enterprise-wide. You will drive data quality initiatives, collaborate with business partners, and lead a team through complex data operations projects.

The role requires strong SQL and Tableau skills, excellent communication, and proven experience leading data operations in regulated, enterprise environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with relevant work experience
• 7+ years experience in data-related operations or process support
• Experience with data requirements translation and stakeholder collaboration

Responsibilities

• Lead Data Operations Management team and related data tasks
• Drive data quality improvements and process improvements
• Align data management strategies with business objectives with senior leadership
• Coach and mentor team members and manage cross-functional stakeholders
• Design scalable workflows and controls; manage operational risk and compliance

Skills

SQL

Tableau

Communication

Analytical thinking

Change management

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Business/Economics or related fields

Tools

Collibra

Alation

Informatica

Talend

Ataccama

Snowflake

Databricks

BigQuery

Job description

Description Summary: The Data Management Operations Lead is responsible for delivering high-quality data services and operational support for the enterprise, with a high level of technical skills.

Duties and Responsibilities: Works with business partners and team to understand requirements for data use, analysis, and quality. Maintains knowledge of the legal, compliance and regulatory issues impacting data. Lead and manage assigned functions on Data Operations Management team, as well as the execution of assigned data management tasks and projects. Drive initiatives to enhance data quality and process improvement. Collaborate with senior leadership to align data management strategies with business objectives. Coaches individuals through change and serves as role model and may mentor other team members. Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Computer Science, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 7+ years experience with data-related operations, business operations or process support role.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with data-related operations, business operations, or process support roles, working with or in business operations and reporting processes, and translating business data needs into technical language and partnering with team and technical partners ensure effective solution delivery.
• Demonstrated experience with SQL and Tableau.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify and build sustainable solutions.
• Thorough knowledge of various software programs including Microsoft Office programs, and the ability to quickly learn new programs/systems.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and listening skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, focusing on outcomes and results.
• Understanding of Data Management principles, best practices and processes.
• Proven experience leading data operations teams or initiatives in a complex, enterprise environment.
• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders and influencing without direct authority.
• Demonstrated success in designing and implementing scalable, efficient workflows and controls.
• Experience with operational risk management and compliance in a regulated industry.
• Track record of leading process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.

Professional certifications such as

• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) - demonstrating expertise in data governance, quality, and architecture.
• DGSP (Data Governance and Stewardship Professional) - highlighting experience in stewardship and governance frameworks.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) - indicating strong project leadership and delivery skills.

Hands-on experience with enterprise data management tools, such as

• Collibra or Alation for data governance and cataloging.
• Informatica, Talend, or Ataccama for data quality and integration.
• Snowflake, Databricks, or BigQuery for cloud-based data operations.

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay) Yes

Workplace Type: Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We're combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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