Data Strategy and Governance Lead

Landing Point; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Landing Point, a leading global investment firm, seeks a Data Strategy and Governance Lead in the United States. The role focuses on enhancing data capabilities across private corporate credit and the insurance sector, driving a cohesive data strategy, scalable architecture, and robust governance.

You will lead cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and stay ahead of industry trends. The ideal candidate has 12+ years in data strategy, architecture, and governance, with finance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data strategy, architecture, and governance, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in the financial services industry.
• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in data management, big data technologies, cloud solutions, and analytics platforms.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• SQL and Python skillset a major plus.
• Knowledge of direct lending practices and the role of private financing solutions for companies.
• Insight into the nuances of Senior Direct Lending and Opportunistic Credit and their implications for data strategy and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop a cohesive data strategy that integrates with the data strategy, focusing on enhancing data capabilities and supporting growth across financial sectors.
• Design and implement a scalable data architecture that ensures efficient data management and enables advanced analytics and business intelligence.
• Establish and maintain a robust data governance framework that sets standards for data quality, security, and privacy in accordance with industry regulations.
• Lead cross-functional teams to assess and optimize current data systems, driving improvements and adoption of new technologies.
• Monitor data governance practices and performance, ensuring compliance and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, analytics, compliance, and business units to foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and accountability.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure the company's data strategy and governance remain ahead of the curve.

Skills

Data strategy

Data governance

Leadership

Big data

Cloud solutions

SQL

Python

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Company Overview:

A leading global investment firm with nearly $300 billion in assets under management is seeking a Data Strategy and Governance Lead. This role will focus on enhancing data capabilities across private corporate credit and the insurance sector.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop a cohesive data strategy that integrates with the data strategy, focusing on enhancing data capabilities and supporting growth across financial sectors.
• Design and implement a scalable data architecture that ensures efficient data management and enables advanced analytics and business intelligence.
• Establish and maintain a robust data governance framework that sets standards for data quality, security, and privacy in accordance with industry regulations.
• Lead cross-functional teams to assess and optimize current data systems, driving improvements and adoption of new technologies.
• Monitor data governance practices and performance, ensuring compliance and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, analytics, compliance, and business units to foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and accountability.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure the company's data strategy and governance remain ahead of the curve.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in data strategy, architecture, and governance, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in the financial services industry.
• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in data management, big data technologies, cloud solutions, and analytics platforms.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• SQL and Python skillset a major plus.
• Knowledge of direct lending practices and the role of private financing solutions for companies.
• Insight into the nuances of Senior Direct Lending and Opportunistic Credit and their implications for data strategy and management.

Compensation:

Pay Rate: $85 - $100/hr, DOE