Velir
Director,DataStrategyandDataGovernance
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“Director, Data Strategy and Data Governance at Velir. Skills: Data strategy, Data governance. Lead enterprise data strategies aligned to client business. Design and implement scalable governance frameworks spanning data”
What You'll Achieve.
Drive business value; Enable decision-making; Maintain compliance; Maintain quality; Maintain trust
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of experience in data strategy, governance, or data management, Proven track record leading enterprise-scale initiatives, Experience engaging executive stakeholders, Leadership and team management experience, Background in analytics, engineering, data science, or related roles, Excellent communication (written and verbal) and problem-solving skills
Nice to Have
PhD preferred, Specific ML framework experience, Cloud platform certs
What You'll Do.
Lead enterprise data strategies aligned to client business
Design and implement scalable governance frameworks spanning data
Advise executive stakeholders on making data a strategic
Serve as the primary executive partner to senior
Translate complex business challenges into actionable data strategies
Lead new business efforts including RFP responses
Drive account growth and contribute to go-to-market strategy
Represent the organization through speaking engagements
and execution across data
Integrate governance principles into platform architecture and collaborate
Oversee delivery of data strategy and governance engagements
Lead and mentor a team of managers and
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Client services teams
Communication Scope
Executive presentations; Client presentations
Full Job Description
Velir is an established mid-sized agency with a top-tier portfolio of clients, ranging from the world’s largest non-profits to Fortune 500 brands. As of 2023, Velir acquired Brooklyn Data Company, a premier data and analytics consultancy focused on leadership, process improvement, implementation, and advanced analytics. At Velir, we believe people are our greatest asset. Our culture is built on a foundation of trust, collaboration, and continued improvement. We strive for excellence in everything we do, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. Our success is driven by a shared passion for making a positive impact on our customers, our communities and each other. We are a remote first company that offers competitive pay and excellent benefits. Overview The Director, Data Strategy & Data Governance is responsible for leading data engagements across a diverse set of clients. This role stretches from expertise on data stack architecture to data team organizational structure to ensuring data products and assets drive tangible outcomes. The role will also serve as the leading subject matter expert on enterprise data strategies and governance frameworks. The core function of this role is to make data a strategic asset for clients by driving business value, enabling decision-making, and maintaining compliance, quality, and trust. As a senior leader, the Director serves as the primary executive partner to clients, owning relationships at the C-suite level and guiding organizations through data transformation initiatives. This role is accountable for aligning data strategy with business objectives, establishing governance operating models, and ensuring successful execution across cross-functional teams. In addition, this role leads an important function within the Data organization and plays a key role in facilitating business development, engaging in thought leadership, and supporting strategic partnerships. The right candidate for this role is eager to dig into the
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