Head of ITD Data Management CoE, Data&Analytics

Head of ITD Data Management Center of Expertise - Data & Analytics

Mission:

• The ITD Data Management Center of Expertise Lead is part of the Data & Analytics Leadership team and is responsible for enabling countries, global business units, and global functions to establish effective data management and governance capabilities.
• Will define and execute a strategy to ensure consistent adoption of data management frameworks, processes, and globally provided tools.
• Will serve as the central point of expertise, ensuring alignment with global standards while enabling local execution to drive value creation and operational excellence.

Accountabilities:

• Define a comprehensive vision and strategy for Data Management and Governance, aligned with broader Data & Analytics, ITD and business strategies.
• Act as a central hub to support countries, global business units, and global functions in equipping themselves with data management and governance capabilities.
• Establish and maintain frameworks, processes, and tools for data management, including data quality, metadata management, and data governance.
• Support the alignment of global and local data management initiatives, ensuring consistency and adherence to strategic principles.
• Provide expertise to drive data literacy and embed data governance principles across the organization.
• Ensure the implementation of scalable, automated, and self-service models for data management and governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to monitor and improve data quality, reduce duplication, and enhance data usability.
• Define and monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness and maturity of data management practices.
• Enable effective change management to support the adoption of data management tools, frameworks, and practices at all organizational levels.
• Partner with ITD teams to ensure seamless integration of data management tools and processes into the broader IT landscape.

• Develop and communicate the vision for the Data Management Center of Expertise, setting long-term goals and strategic priorities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to local and global teams, providing guidance on data management staffing, frameworks, and best practices.
• Oversee the deployment and adoption of globally provided data management tools across all regions and business units.
• Define governance structures to ensure alignment between data management initiatives and business goals.
• Collaborate with ITD and business stakeholders to identify opportunities for improving data quality, governance, and accessibility.
• Develop and maintain a unified data catalog and metadata management system to enable consistent data discovery and usage.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and standards, including security, privacy, and responsible AI guidelines.
• Organize and lead training sessions and workshops to build data management expertise and awareness within the organization.
• Monitor the performance of data management initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as a liaison between global and local teams to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure alignment of data management practices.
• Engage with external vendors and partners to assess and integrate best-in-class data management solutions.

• At least 10 cumulative years of experience in Data Management, Governance, or related domains, including hands-on experience in implementing frameworks and tools.
• Demonstrated experience in managing global or regional data management initiatives within a complex, matrixed organization.
• Experience advising senior leaders and enabling cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with data governance principles, data quality frameworks, and metadata management practices.
• Strong track record of working with distributed teams and managing change in diverse cultural environments.

Education:

• Master’s degree with a focus on Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field.
• Certification in the Data Management space is a plus.

It’s an exciting time to be part of our team. At the Adecco Group, our purpose – making the future work for everyone – inspires and connects us all. Through our three global business units (GBU) – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH - we deliver expertise in talent and technology, enabling organizations to succeed and people to thrive.

We’re proud to be a global thought-leader and care about doing the best job we can to ensure better futures for everyone. We do this by building our Future@Work strategy as a united team of 30,000+ colleagues with a collective spirit working in over 60 countries globally. We embody our core values: Courage, Collaboration, Customer at the Heart,  Inclusion, and Passion in everything we do.

Growth and Development

You will have the opportunity to grow across a variety of interesting jobs and careers over our extensive portfolio of global brands. We empower our colleagues to work in the smartest, most efficient ways, achieving total balance between their jobs and their lives. We offer world-class resources for upskilling and development, satisfying your curiosity while sharing skills, knowledge, and expertise to grow together. Here, you can be yourself, and we aim to build on the attributes that make you, you.

We believe that having an understanding of the hiring process helps you to prepare, feel, and be, at your best. As a global, multi brand organization with multiple different roles, our application process can vary.

On our career site, you will find some of the key steps you can expect to guide you along the way.

Inclusion

We believe in talent, not labels. We focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. Our culture of belonging and purpose ensures everyone can thrive and feel engaged. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equity, equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity.

Interview Process

Our interview process includes an initial phone screening, followed by a virtual round of interviews with Hiring Manager, HR team and senior leaders. This process helps us understand your fit within our team and allows you to ask questions about the role and our company. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for learning and development, we invite you to join us in making the future work for everyone.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any additional accommodations or support due to a disability or other special circumstances, please let us know by contacting us. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the hiring process.

Posting date: 06-02-2025