Director of Data & Analytics - Remote

The Data & Analytics Director will oversee the data strategy, governance, and operations for a specialty property & casualty insurance provider in the Midwest. This role involves managing data infrastructure, ensuring data quality, and leveraging data to support investment strategies and decision-making processes. You will have the ability to interact and work directly with their CIO who is in the process of revamping and overhauling their entire data environment.

• Data Strategy and Governance:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive data management strategy.
• Establish data governance policies and procedures to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Collaborate with senior management to align data initiatives with business objectives.
• Data Infrastructure and Operations:
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of data infrastructure.
• Ensure efficient data ingestion, storage, and retrieval processes.
• Manage data integration from various sources
• Data Quality and Analytics:
• Implement data quality standards and perform regular data audits.
• Develop and maintain data models and analytics frameworks.
• Support quantitative research and trading teams with data-driven insights.
• Team Leadership and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  
• Lead and mentor a team of data professionals, including data engineers, data scientists, and analysts.
• Foster a collaborative environment with other departments, such as IT, compliance, and trading.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the data team.
• Technology and Tools:
• Evaluate and implement advanced data management tools and technologies.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in data management and analytics.

• Education:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience:
• Extensive experience in data management, preferably within the insurance industry, specifically property & casualty
• Proven track record of developing and implementing data strategies and governance frameworks.
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of data management tools and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with financial markets and investment strategies.

• Experience with alternative data sources and big data technologies.
• Knowledge of machine learning and AI applications in finance.
• Certifications in data management or related fields.