Data Analytics Head

The Data Analytics Head manages multiple teams of senior professionals through other senior managers. The job requires a broad and comprehensive understanding of the different systems, theories and practices relevant to a function as well as practical experience of multiple business cycles. In-depth knowledge of the industry and direct competitors' products/services is also necessary in order to contribute to the commercial objectives of the business. Requires thorough understanding of strategic direction of the function within the business, combined with a solid conceptual/practical grounding in both the function and/ or area of expertise. Excellent communication skills required in order to influence a wide range of audiences. The job is likely to be involved in both internal and external negotiations which will have a major impact on the area managed, and possibly on other related areas and organization as a whole. Develops medium- to long-term plans and executes functional strategies for a large/complex country, cluster of countries, or business requiring coordination and integration across units. Provides input into strategic decisions affecting job family or function within a region or business. Full management responsibility of multiple teams, including management of people, budget and planning. Has authority to negotiate and make independent decisions on issues/activities that have critical impact or influence on company revenues, capital or business operations. Typically, a direct report to an EB role and sits on the highest functional leadership team within a region, job function, or global business.**Responsibilities**:- Applies expert knowledge of the industry and direct competitors' products/services in order to drive to the commercial objectives of the business. This requires thorough understanding of strategic direction of the function within the business, combined with a solid conceptual/practical grounding in Data Science/Data Mining/Big Data.- Exhibits exceptional communication skills required in order to lead a wide range of audiences as the role will likely involve both internal and external negotiations impacting the organization as a whole.- Employs strategic vision and analysis to a range of diverse problems that require innovative and sophisticated solutions.- Develops medium to long-term plans and executes functional strategies for a large/complex country, cluster of countries, or business requiring coordination and integration across units.- Provides input into strategic decisions affecting Data Science/Data Mining/Big Data.- Assumes full management responsibility of multiple teams, including management of people, budget and planning with the authority to negotiate and make independent decisions on issues/activities that have critical impact or influence on company revenues, capital or business operations.- Ensures risk mitigation by using instituted technology delivery management and control processes to address execution challenges associated with quality, schedule and cost.- Designs delivery and technology management approach for projects and associated plans to achieve strategic business goals and operational objectives.- Owns financial responsibility for Data and Analytics standard platforms and resources.- Manages teams to interpret business requirements into technology specifications, ensures platform stability, data quality and client support.- Acquires and applies advanced knowledge of the business, products and processes to ensure data quality and business delivery.- Directs LOB technology lead managers to ensure effective project execution, risk and issue identification, management and escalation.- Manages and delivers all aspects of analytics grid and integration with new Big Data capabilities. This will include introduction and training on newest capabilities and services.- Provides rapid response resources to deliver business augmentation and data support (including data movement services).**Qualifications**:- managerial experience- degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering- 15+ years relevant work experience- experience managing technology projects and resources- relevant business support and/or general analysis experience**Education**:- Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience, potentially Masters degree; managerial experienceThis job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.- **Job Family Group**:Technology- **Job Family**:Data Analytics- **Time Type**:Full time- Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.View the "**EEO is the Law**" poster. View the **EEO is the Law Supplement**.