Director, Data Operations (R-18453)

Why We Work at Dun & Bradstreet

Dun & Bradstreet combines global data and local expertise to help clients make smarter decisions. With 6,000+ people in 31 countries, we are a team of diverse thinkers and problem solvers who all share a common curiosity: to find new ways to turn data into value. If you share this curiosity and want to be part of a future-ready company, come join us! Learn more at dnb.com/careers.

We are now looking for a strategic and hands-on Director of Data Operations to lead the execution of Dun & Bradstreet’s data strategy across UK and Ireland. Based in our beautiful London offices located in Paddington, this role is pivotal in driving excellence in data governance, operational delivery, and enterprise-wide data management. As a leader, you will oversee a team of talented analysts and data specialists who serve as subject matter experts in governance, insights, and control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of technical experts and program managers within the UK & Ireland responsible for sourcing data solutions, evaluating vendors and platforms, and managing vendor relationships to support scalable, secure, cost-effective data maintenance and operations
• Implement efficient and secure procedures for data handling and analysis, with a focus on the scalable nature of all processes
• Build out a global response and support of data incident management for UK & Ireland
• Deliver on all strategic and tactical objectives for our department while collaborating with various global teams to bring the best data products to our customers
• Lead aspects of the data governance function to deliver operational excellence through the implementation of Dun & Bradstreet's established data standards, practices, methodologies, and tools
• Drive compliance programs to maintain adherence with data quality framework and standards including adequacy, accuracy, and legitimacy of data; identify continuous improvement opportunities through automation and simplification.
• Build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to support data governance initiatives and products, building and testing Proof of Concept that meet business needs
• Grow and develop the members of the team with respect to their personal and professional aspirations, providing critical feedback to coach them along their paths

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, data management or other relevant discipline
• 10 years+ of experience in a Senior Data Management role
• Strong knowledge in data wrangling tools such as Talend and Python
• Good knowledge in the latest AI technologies
• Excellent communication, collaborative and relationship building skills.
• Have a transformation mindset, have a track record of successfully navigating and collaborating within complex matrixed organizations, and having discussions with key stakeholders and senior leadership
• Ability to work with diverse teams, in a dynamic environment, as part of a global team while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work from our Paddington office at least 3 days a week

Whilst some roles do have certain requirements which are essential, we try to focus on hiring based on potential rather than CV as much as possible. If you are unsure you fully meet the requirements, we would still love to hear from you!