Executive Data Leader: Enterprise Analytics & Governance

Network Finance.; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance innovator in Pretoria is seeking an Executive for Data Management and Analytics to establish a Data Centre of Excellence. The ideal candidate will drive data governance, lead a data team, and ensure measurable business impact through effective data strategies. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of experience, including leadership roles, is required. Strong skills in Azure Synapse and compliance with South African data regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in data analytics or technology roles.
• At least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven success in delivering data and analytics projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive the implementation of the enterprise data and analytics strategy.
• Champion data governance architecture and data quality across the organisation.
• Lead cross‑functional alignment on data standards and KPIs.
• Build and coach a high‑performing data team.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Azure Synapse

SQL

Data integration

Metadata management

Master data management

Knowledge of South African data governance

Knowledge of compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

A leading insurance innovator in Pretoria is seeking an Executive for Data Management and Analytics to establish a Data Centre of Excellence. The ideal candidate will drive data governance, lead a data team, and ensure measurable business impact through effective data strategies. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of experience, including leadership roles, is required. Strong skills in Azure Synapse and compliance with South African data regulations are essential.