Senior Data Programs Lead - Strategy & Execution

American International Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 132,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Data Analysis to align data strategy with business priorities and drive end-to-end delivery of strategic data initiatives in Charlotte, NC.

You will partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate strategy into executable roadmaps and secure funding. The role requires leadership of data programs, budgeting, executive communication, and deep knowledge of data ecosystems, AI/ML concepts, and governance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data strategy or leadership roles, preferably in insurance, banking or related fields.
• Experience leading cross-functional data programs from design through delivery.
• Demonstrated ownership of budget planning, financial tracking, and cost management.
• Strong understanding of value realization, business case development, and ROI tracking.
• Proven ability to prepare and deliver clear, concise executive briefings.
• Deep knowledge of data ecosystems (data platforms, governance, AI/ML concepts).

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Act as program manager and delivery lead for high-priority data initiatives.
• Priority Setting: Define Data Office priorities aligned to enterprise objectives.
• Financial Planning: Track spend, monitor actuals vs. plan, and provide budget transparency.
• Executive Communications: Prepare high-quality executive briefings for senior stakeholders.

Skills

Data strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communications

Budget planning

ROI tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, engineering, or related field

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

Spark

Kubernetes

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Data Analysis to align data strategy with business priorities and drive end-to-end delivery of strategic data initiatives in Charlotte, NC.

You will partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate strategy into executable roadmaps and secure funding. The role requires leadership of data programs, budgeting, executive communication, and deep knowledge of data ecosystems, AI/ML concepts, and governance.