Data Transformation Lead

BOK Financial Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Tulsa is looking for a Data Transformation Lead to drive enterprise data and AI outcomes. This role involves aligning stakeholders, developing materials for senior leadership, and managing data transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in data management and significant expertise in stakeholder engagement. Join a vibrant team committed to innovation, fostering growth, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or enterprise information architecture.
• Proven experience leading data transformation programs.
• Ability to translate complex topics into executive-level narratives.
• Ability to translate complex topics into executive-level narratives and actionable plans.
• Familiarity with AWS ecosystem and enterprise data platforms.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ED&A program priorities and deliverables.
• Develop executive briefings, dashboards, and communications.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Data & Analytics Officer.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to align transformation roadmaps and address organizational challenges.
• Identify and manage dependencies between data initiatives and broader IT efforts to optimize sequencing and reduce risk.
• Maintain a centralized view of transformation priorities and communicate progress to senior leadership.
• Lead data and AI literacy programs while defining shared KPIs to support enterprise-wide adoption.
• Collaborate with teams to qualify data and AI use cases, track impact, and manage vendors to ensure successful outcomes.

Skills

Data transformation programs

Stakeholder management

Data management principles

AI concepts

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

AWS

Enterprise data platforms

Job description

Location: Tulsa -TUL

Areas of Interest: Enterprise Data

Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available

Application Deadline: 06/30/2026

BOK Financial Corporation Group includes BOKF, NA; BOK Financial Securities, Inc. and BOK Financial Private Wealth, Inc. BOKF, NA operates TransFund and Cavanal Hill Investment Management, Inc. BOKF, NA operates banking divisions: Bank of Albuquerque; Bank of Oklahoma; Bank of Texas and BOK Financial®.

Bonus Type

Discretionary

Summary

BOK Financial is committed to fostering long-term client relationships by attracting top talent. The company emphasizes innovation, growth, and teamwork, providing a dynamic environment for employees to excel. At BOK Financial, we believe in the power of being one team. Success is achieved through a dedication to high standards, a passion for excellence, and a collaborative spirit that unites us in our mission.

Job Description

The Data Transformation Lead partners with leaders in Data Governance, Cloud Engineering, Analytics, and broader IT to drive enterprise data and AI outcomes. This role focuses on stakeholder alignment, roadmap integration, literacy enablement, and use case identification, ensuring transformation initiatives deliver measurable business value. In addition, this role supports the Chief Data & Analytics Officer, coordinating priorities, preparing executive materials, and ensuring alignment across all data and analytics efforts.

Team Culture

Our team thrives on collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation. We work closely together, leveraging cutting‑edge technologies and sharing our expertise to solve complex problems efficiently. By encouraging creativity and adaptability, we experiment with new tools and methodologies, fostering a dynamic and tech‑forward work environment. Additionally, we focus on creating a positive and supportive atmosphere, ensuring everyone feels valued and motivated to excel.

How You'll Spend Your Time

• You will coordinate ED&A program priorities and deliverables to maintain alignment with enterprise objectives.
• You will develop executive briefings, dashboards, and communications for senior leadership.
• You will serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Data & Analytics Officer by anticipating needs and clarifying decisions.
• You will partner with cross‑functional leaders to align transformation roadmaps and address organizational challenges.
• You will identify and manage dependencies between data initiatives and broader IT efforts to optimize sequencing and reduce risk.
• You will maintain a centralized view of transformation priorities and communicate progress to senior leadership.
• You will lead data and AI literacy programs while defining shared KPIs to support enterprise‑wide adoption.
• You will collaborate with teams to qualify data and AI use cases, track impact, and manage vendors to ensure successful outcomes.

Education & Experience Requirements

This level of knowledge is normally acquired through completion of Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field of study and 10+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or enterprise information architecture.

• Proven experience in data transformation programs and cross‑functional stakeholder management.
• Strong understanding of data management principles, AI concepts, and IT program interdependencies (conceptual level).
• Ability to translate complex topics into executive‑level narratives and actionable plans.
• Familiarity with AWS ecosystem and enterprise data platforms.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and change management skills.

BOK Financial Corporation Group is a stable and financially strong organization that provides excellent training and development to support building the long term careers of employees.With passion, skill and partnership you can make an impact on the success of the bank, customers and your own career!
Apply today and take the first step towards your next career opportunity!

The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.

Investing in our talent and building a great workplace is a top priority for us.

For more than a century, BOK Financial Corporation has helped fuel the success of clients and communities. Since our humble beginnings in Tulsa, Oklahoma, we’ve grown into a diversified financial services company that serves consumers, small businesses and international corporations—and everything in between.

Facts:

• Operations focused in an eight‑state footprint
• 5,000 team members
• $49.7 billion in assets
• $114.6 billion in assets under management and administration
• $8 million donated to local nonprofits in 2024
• 59,000+ volunteer hours by our employees in 2024

Nearest Major Market: Tulsa
Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma
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