Head of Data & Analytics

Head of Data & Analytics

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head of Data & Analytics within our the Isle of Man office. The job holder will be responsible for leading an organisation's data and analytics strategy, developing data-driven solutions to business problems, and driving innovation and growth through data-driven decision-making. A critical role in driving business growth and innovation through data-driven decision making and in ensuring that the organization's data and analytics capabilities are aligned with its strategic objectives.

Who are we?

Nedbank Private Wealth is a multi-award-winning private bank and wealth manager headquartered in the Isle of Man, with branches in London, Jersey and a representative office in the UAE. The company provides a full international wealth management offering through its wealth planning, investment management, and banking services, together with trustee and corporate services to both business and private clients worldwide.

At Nedbank Private Wealth, we value the 6Cs, which are the behaviours we encourage in all of our employees: Collaboration, Curiosity, Courage, Client Impact, Can Do Attitude and Completeness.

Please note this role is in the Isle of Man and is therefore subject to local immigration and work permit laws.

Role Specific Details

• Data Strategy: Develop and implement a data strategy that aligns with the organization's business goals and objectives. This includes identifying data sources, setting data standards, and ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Analytics: Oversee the development of advanced analytics capabilities and ensure that data insights are translated into actionable business recommendations.
• Data Governance: Establish and maintain data governance policies and procedures, including data privacy and security policies, to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Data Infrastructure: Oversee the development and implementation of data infrastructure, including data warehousing, data management, and data visualization tools.
• Team Leadership: Lead a team of data analysts, data scientists, and other data professionals, ensuring they have the necessary skills, tools, and resources to succeed.
• Partnership: Build relationships with business leaders and stakeholders to understand their needs and develop data-driven solutions to meet their objectives. Work closely with departmental, change and technology teams to ensure BAU and project activities are aligned.
• Innovation: Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in data and develop innovative approaches to data-driven decision-making.
• Communication: Communicate data insights and recommendations to executive leadership and other stakeholders in a clear and compelling manner
• Data Architecture. Define and own enterprise data architecture.
• Systems. Ensure the data strategy aligns with and supports the migration to a new core banking platform.
• Roadmap. Lead developing rolling three-year plans for the Data & Analytics function considering the business drivers and technology advancement implications (including prioritisation, funding approval and benefits realisation)
• People Development. Build a high-performance, learning culture by managing the recruitment, development, training and performance management of staff. Create a supportive learning environment by providing opportunities for growth, motivating, coaching and individual development.

Technical Skills and Experience

• 10+ years’ experience of leading Data, Technology or Change functions within a Financial Services or Professional Services environment.
• Transformation, Analytic and Data leadership experience (including data modelling, data flows, data cleansing, data enrichment, security, privacy, governance and quality management)
• Proficiency and experience in Agile delivery approaches and methodologies
• Ability to demonstrate a strong track record of success during challenging assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain high levels of customer trust and confidence.
• Knowledge of banking and investment environments.
• Experience of data governance and best practice.

Life at Nedbank

We recognise that our people are our most asset; they are at the centre of the company. We recruit individuals who share our dedication, drive and commitment to client service. It is why we are accredited by the Best Companies to Work For as an outstanding company. Supporting our employees is at the heart of what we do, whether it’s through our extensive benefits package or our many social activities and charity fundraisers. Some of our recent events include paddleboarding, cocktail night and our annual rounders evening, to name a few.

We also promote our climate positive workforce through Ecologi, where we fund projects helping fight against climate change, plant trees, and reduce our carbon footprint.

Training and development is of the utmost importance to us we’re continually striving to learn, share our knowledge and improve our expertise. We have a dedicated platform for online learning, live training sessions and access to thousands of courses, in addition to supporting our employees in their journey to explore, learn and grow.

To apply

We aim to view and assess all applications as soon as we can but please note that we may not be able to get back to you until after the closing date. We do encourage you to apply well in advance of the deadline to ensure your application is received and we’re able to meet with you as soon as possible if you are successful.

Nedbank Private Wealth commitment to diversity

We are proud of the value we place on individuality. We want you to bring your full self to work and maximise your potential. NPWI is a place where everyone can thrive, whatever their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

Direct applications only please.