Data Team Lead (Finance, Hybrid)

Job summary

The role involves leading a newly formed Market Data Office, overseeing a team of approximately 12 data specialists. The Data Team Lead will be responsible for establishing data quality standards, implementing controls, and ensuring compliance across multiple data teams. The position combines leadership with hands-on delivery to enhance data governance and quality processes.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in data, analytics, data management, or engineering, with 4-6 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of data quality frameworks, controls, metadata, and lineage.
• Familiarity with data pipelines, transformation logic, and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).
• Experience in regulated environments, particularly in financial services and compliance.
• Proven ability to lead teams of 8-15 and manage multi-team programs.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on building trust and collaboration.
• Proactive in problem-solving and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard, and develop data specialists, defining roles and career paths.
• Design and implement data quality frameworks, including rules and monitoring metrics.
• Establish controls for data completeness, accuracy, and privacy, ensuring audit readiness.
• Deliver governance dashboards and KPIs to track risks and progress.
• Create processes for issue management and prioritize automation to enhance efficiency.

Skills

• Leadership and team management.
• Data governance and compliance expertise.
• Technical fluency in data management tools and cloud platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Education

• Relevant degree in data science, analytics, or a related field preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with data quality tooling, automation solutions, and monitoring systems.