The Global Data Office is responsible for setting policies, standards, frameworks, monitoring and supporting Business Unit data teams, covering Data Governance and oversight of Analytics including AI. It manages data governance for the Corporate Center, key Transamerica Enterprise functions and Enterprise Technology.

Responsibilities

  • Define policies, standards and frameworks for Data Management and Artificial Intelligence to maintain customer trust and regulatory compliance.  Review and enhancing in line with emerging technical capabilities and regulations
  • Work with Business Units to support, drive and monitor the implementation of Data Management (covering Data Quality, Metadata and Masterdata Management)
  • Support and oversee Business Unit Artificial Intelligence governance processes
  • Own and perform the Global Policy attestation process for Data Management and Generative AI, including review, challenge and sign-off of status and action plans to comply with policies.  The outcomes of these are presented to the Board.
  • Define and embed an ethical AI framework across the Group
  • Embed and mature Data Governance for key TA Enterprise functions
  • Implement and run an effective and efficient data governance model working with data owners, stewards, and users in Corporate Centre to create clarity about their data responsibilities 
  • Work with other data related functions, privacy, security, and IT to help drive the strategic use, control, and management of data, aligning with them on standards, tooling, and approaches
  • Establish relationships and influence key stakeholders, at a senior level, across the Group
  • Support the Global Chief Data Officer set the vision and embed within the data and analytics teams across the Group
  • Represent the Data Function in key senior forums (senior executive forums such as Risk and IT Boards)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Information Management, Economics, Engineering) or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience in relevant domains or equivalent
  • Subject matter expertise in data management, including regulatory compliance and value creation, with proven experience defining data policies and standards
  • Experience of implementing Artificial Intelligence governance and control processes
  • Demonstrated success in managing international stakeholders
  • Experienced leader with vision, energy, and intellect to connect and engage CDO’s and stakeholders in a complex international environment
  • Strong understanding of data value creation, technology innovation and digitization
  • Ability to communicate complex data concepts to diverse audiences across the organization
  • Ability to build relationships, fostering collaboration across disciplines, and influencing strategic outcomes
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and facilitate/support change

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of and implementation experience with data management industry standards such as DAMA DMBOK
  • Strong understanding of AI technologies, including experience in establishing policies and controls for responsible AI deployment
  • Experience of working at Aegon, Transamerica or a similar global organization.

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid Office Environment: (Cedar Rapids (Iowa), Philadelphia, Denver)
  • Hybrid office/remote environment also an option
  • Some international travel may be required to meet with team and global functional leaders

Compensation

  • The Salary for this position generally ranges between $170,000 - $210,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
  • Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration, sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids (Iowa), Philadelphia, Denver). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

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