Vanguard’s International Organization, in partnership with the Chief Data & Analytics Office (CDAO), is on a mission to transform how data drives investment success for our clients to change the way the world invests. We believe that Data & Analytics (D&A) should be a competitive differentiator, empowering our crew to make data-driven decisions for our clients.
Role Overview: We are seeking an influential leader to join us as the Head of Regional Data & Analytics for Americas’. This leadership role will report directly to the regional Chief Information Officer, with a matrix reporting relationship to the Chief Data Analytics Officer and will have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to influence and propel Vanguard’s regional data and technology strategies.
The Head of Regional Data & Analytics will oversee D&A professionals in the region, be responsible for strategic transformation of our existing Data & Analytics groups, and be entrusted with developing team culture, enriching collaboration, and enhancing data impact across the region.
**This Hybrid role (in office Tues, Wed, Thurs) is based in Toronto, Canada**
Key Responsibilities:
- Define and build capabilities across the entire D&A lifecycle, including data strategy, governance, curation, reporting, and AI/ML.
- Navigate the complexities of a diverse portfolio of businesses across multiple geographies.
- Balance regional needs with global data strategy and governance standards.
- Ensuring data protection and compliance with varying international regulations.
- Driving cultural change to build a data-driven mindset across different teams and regions.
- Integrating advanced analytics and AI/ML into existing processes to enhance decision-making and business outcomes.
- Oversee Data & Analytics professionals in the region, enhancing the team’s collaboration and impact.
- Support business strategy and client outcomes across Vanguard’s global business lines.
Top 3 Must-Have Skills:
- Data engineering
- Data analytics
- Management experience
Qualifications:
- Hands on experience with cloud-based data platforms, analytics, reporting & transformation tools.
- Demonstrated ability and experience with using AI/ML models, strategies, and tools to enable AI-Led insights and decisions.
- Ability to translate technical, regulatory, and/or legal requirements into clear, understandable actionable requirements for the business.
- Demonstrate ability to manage a diverse group of professionals and skilled at working through others along with experience in building and leading highly effective teams.
- Superior organizational and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully up, down, and across the organization. Excellent influencing, facilitation, and partnering skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong presentation skills to senior management.
- The ability to work in ad-hoc/dynamic and fast-paced environment with frequent time-sensitive deadlines.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
