Context
1.3 million customers makes our client the largest insurer in Belgium. Socially engaged non-profit organization with local roots. Yes indeed, non-profit and they reinvest their financial gains in their team members, their service offering and society. Currently our client supports over 20 startups active within the insurance sector. They simplify this sector by advising their members and by offering quality services which meet their needs.
For the Data, Analytics and Automation team, our client is looking for a Manager to lead the business teams (Data Translators, Data Analysts, Advanced Analytics) within the department and to solidify stakeholders relationships. Are you searching for a dynamic team of experts fueled passionate about turning data into information? Are you socially engaged and “data for good” are more than just words but a true conviction? This opportunity might interest you.
Mission
The mission of the external consultant is to serve as a full-time Manager. The consultant will play a critical role in the department, as she/he will lead the business pole of DAnA. Additionally she/he will also be active in building/consolidation stakeholders management and in advancing our organization’s data-driven initiatives.
- Defining the department strategy and aligning Data Strategy with Company strategy : the manager must ensure that the department organization, data strategy and projects align with the broader business objectives and company strategy. This involves ensuring that the business and the technical agendas converge and that DAnA teams work on the right data-driven solutions that provide value to stakeholders.
- Cross-functional Collaboration within DAnA : the manager will be in close collaboration with her / his technical counterpart and with our Agile PMO to ensure a common direction, coherence in functioning of all teams and provide common guidelines.
- Cross-functional Collaboration with other departments : the manager should foster collaboration between the data department and other departments (e.g. PRC, PIQXL, Marketing, Finance, HR, …) in order to build smoother collaboration. This involves defining common approaches and more effective communication strategy, facilitating knowledge sharing, and encouraging that data insights are integrated into decision-making across the organization. Additionally, support departments in the challenge of departments to increase data literacy and extract maximum value out of data.
- Prioritization : the manager is responsible for prioritizing initiatives within DAnA based on business impact, resource availability, and strategic importance in order improve the functioning of the department or business relations.
- Team Development and Leadership : this includes coaching the 3 team leads in terms of people management, providing opportunities for professional growth, ensuring a productive/structured work environment, and addressing any team dynamics or performance issues. The manager also plays a crucial role in defining together with HR the recruiting and retaining talent strategy within the department.
- Budget : the manager is responsible for setting the strategic direction needed for defining the department’s budget based on stakeholders’ needs/strategy. She/he leads the team in identifying budget requirements and oversees the ongoing monitoring of the department’s budget.
- DAnA SPOC in forums : the manager will represent DAnA in strategic meetings/workshops in order to make sure that the departments needs are considered and also that the departments’ strategy is in line with new organizational developments.
Profile
- Previous management experience at least 5 years.
- Important proven experience ideally of 10 years in one of these sectors : analytics, customer insights, strategy and management consultancy, digital transformation, technology.
- Skill in providing guidance, support, and development opportunities for team members.
- The ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, understand their needs, manage expectations, and maintain strong relationships.
- Ability to articulate ideas, goals, and feedback clearly to various audiences.
- Ability to set a long-term vision and align team efforts with organizational goals.
- Experience in change management.
- You have a strong work ethic and a skillset geared toward business management and a strong will to understand the inner workings of the business.
- Experience with defining data strategy is a plus.
- Fluent in French and English (verbal & written)
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