Executive Data Governance

SUMMARY:
Are you the kind of leader who sees data not just as numbers, but as the story behind every decision? We’re looking for a visionary Executive: Data Management & Analytics — someone who can turn chaos into clarity, insights into impact, and strategy into measurable value. If data governance, architecture, and analytics are your playground, this is your opportunity to lead from the front.

POSITION INFO:
Step into a powerhouse environment where innovation meets integrity. You’ll lead the charge in building a Data Management and Analytics Centre of Excellence — defining data strategy, driving governance, and embedding a data-first mindset across the organisation. Your mission? Transform how the business captures, uses, and protects data while guiding teams to unlock insights that matter.

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of data strategy and want to influence how an entire enterprise operates, this one’s for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the enterprise-wide data and analytics strategy and ensure alignment to business goals.
• Champion data governance, management, and compliance across the organisation.
• Design data architecture, catalogues, and frameworks for consistency and transparency.
• Partner with IT and business leaders to turn analytics into business intelligence that drives action.
• Lead, inspire, and grow a team of data professionals into a world-class analytics function.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s a bonus).
• 8+ years of experience in data, analytics, or technology — ideally in financial services, insurance, or telecoms.
• Proven leadership experience managing enterprise-wide data initiatives.
• Technical expertise in Azure Synapse, SQL, Metadata, and Master Data Management.
• Deep knowledge of South African data governance and compliance standards.
• Strong strategic vision, communication, and people leadership skills.

• Lead the transformation of how data powers business decisions.
• Collaborate with exceptional thinkers and innovators.
• Be part of a high-impact, forward-thinking leadership team shaping the future of analytics.