Job Summary

• The Head of Data Strategy and Platform, SCB India is accountable for defining and executing the country's data strategy, data architecture roadmap, data governance framework, and enterprise data platform build-out. The role will lead the establishment of a modern, scalable, secure and compliant data ecosystem that supports regulatory reporting, business intelligence, advanced analytics, AI innovation, automation and sustainable business growth.
• The role is responsible for creating a unified country data architecture, supporting business and functional stakeholders in defining strategic data requirements, and working closely with Group Chief Data Office (CDO) and Technology teams to implement a future-ready enterprise data platform aligned to global standards and local regulatory obligations.
• In addition, the role will lead the central India NFRR reporting function to drive accuracy, efficiency, automation and control in regulatory reporting processes.
• The role will also serve as the designated Data Privacy Officer (DPO) for India, ensuring compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) and applicable Group data privacy requirements, whilst embedding privacy-by-design principles across business and technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Data Strategy and Transformation

• Define and execute the India Data Strategy aligned to business objectives, Group Data Strategy and regulatory expectations.
• Establish a long-term roadmap for data architecture, governance, platform modernisation and data-driven innovation.
• Partner with business, functional and technology leaders to identify strategic data capabilities required to support growth, productivity and transformation.
• Champion data as a strategic asset and promote a data-driven culture across the organisation.

Data Platform and Architecture

• Lead the design and implementation of India's enterprise data platform and associated data ecosystem.
• Define target-state architecture, operating model and capability roadmap for structured and unstructured data management.
• Partner with Group CDO, Enterprise Architecture and Technology teams to deliver scalable, resilient and cloud-enabled data capabilities.
• Ensure platform designs meet requirements relating to availability, resilience, performance, security and regulatory compliance.
• Drive adoption of common data standards, data models, metadata management and data lineage capabilities.

Data Governance and Data Quality

• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks for critical data elements, data ownership and stewardship.
• Support identification and management of data domains, critical data elements (CDEs), metadata repositories and lineage requirements.
• Define and implement data quality standards, controls, monitoring and remediation processes.
• Ensure effective governance of data life cycle management, retention and usage.

Regulatory Reporting and NFRR Leadership

• Lead the central India NFRR reporting team and oversee delivery of accurate, timely and complete regulatory reporting obligations.
• Drive automation and transformation of regulatory reporting processes through data and technology-enabled solutions.
• Strengthen controls, governance and audit readiness across reporting activities.
• Partner with Finance, Risk, Compliance and Technology teams to ensure continued regulatory compliance and reporting effectiveness.

Data Privacy Officer (DPO) Responsibilities

• Act as the designated Data Privacy Officer for India under applicable DPDPA requirements.
• Establish and oversee the country's privacy governance framework.
• Advise senior management on privacy obligations, compliance requirements and risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor compliance with privacy laws, Group policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate privacy incident response activities and engagement with regulators where required.
• Promote privacy awareness, training and privacy-by-design principles across business and technology initiatives.

Analytics, AI and Innovation Enablement

• Enable advanced analytics, AI, machine learning and automation initiatives through robust enterprise data capabilities.
• Drive prioritisation of use cases that improve productivity, client experience, operational efficiency and risk management.
• Ensure data readiness and governance controls are embedded in AI and analytics programmes.
• Promote responsible data and AI practices aligned to regulatory and Group expectations.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with country and cluster business heads to understand strategic priorities and define platform requirements.
• Act as the primary country interface for Group CDO and central data transformation programmes.
• Influence senior stakeholders across business, technology, risk and operational functions to deliver enterprise-wide outcomes.
• Represent India data priorities in regional and Group governance forums.

Risk Management and Controls

• Ensure compliance with all applicable internal policies, regulatory requirements and risk management frameworks.
• Maintain strong controls over data security, information management, cyber resilience and third-party data risks.
• Identify, assess and mitigate risks arising from data management, privacy and regulatory reporting processes.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency and conduct consistent with the Bank's values.

People Leadership

• Team leadership: Set direction for the team, role‑modelling inclusive leadership and high standards of client focus, risk discipline and collaboration.
• Performance and conduct: Set clear expectations, remove obstacles to delivery, provide regular and constructive feedback, and reinforce expected conduct and standards.
• Coaching and development: Uplift the capability of the team by developing the skills, judgement, and experience required to perform effectively and progress in their careers over time.
• Thought Leadership and Market Positioning: Share sector, thematic and market insights with clients to strengthen strategic engagement and reinforce the Bank's market position. Partner with Industry, Product and Advisory teams to develop thought leadership content and client engagement initiatives.

Our Ideal Candidate

Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of relevant experience     
• Extensive experience in building enterprise level data domain, data platforms and data querying solutions. 
• Deep understanding of the data integrity, lineage, dictionary and data domain definition requirements.
• Strong understanding of banking domain, operational processes and controls including sensitive data management and access controls.
• Strong background in leading and managing a global workforce covering Operations and Technology domains within international firm/organisation
• Stays current in knowledge with a focus on the future of technology
• Self-motivated leader with a growth mindset
• Advanced level communicator, with ability to influence and manage stakeholders from various seniority and backgrounds, preferably with international exposure
• Highly innovative and current in application of human centred design principles
• Leads on 'agile' as a way of working and proven experience transforming tech organisations to agile
• Builds a culture and environment that attracts and retains top technology talent including driving hard on Diversity and Inclusion  
• Extensive leadership experience in enterprise data strategy, data architecture and large-scale data platform transformation. 
• Strong understanding of data governance, data quality, metadata management and data lineage frameworks. 
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale cloud and modern data platform solutions. 
• Deep understanding of regulatory reporting and control environments within financial services. 
• Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations and governance requirements. 
• Experience working across business, operations and technology organisations. 
• Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level. 
• Strong programme leadership and change management capabilities.
• Experience within global banking or financial services organisations. 
• Exposure to AI, advanced analytics and data science enablement platforms. 
• Experience implementing enterprise data governance and privacy operating models. 

Education

• Relevant Degree qualification required
• Relevant certifications in data management, data architecture, privacy or cloud technologies.

Role Specific Competencies

Priority Skills

• Business Acumen
• Enterprise Data Strategy
• Enterprise Data Architecture
• Enterprise Data Platforms
• Data Governance and Management
• Data Analysis and Visualisation
• Data Privacy and DPDPA
• Regulatory / NFRR Reporting
• Data Risk, Controls and Compliance
• Technology & Data Transformation Leadership
• Agile Project Management
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Emerging Technologies
• Regulatory Environment – Financial Services
• Senior Stakeholder Management

Other Skills

• Cloud Data Architecture
• Metadata and Data Lineage Tooling
• AI Governance
• Data Security and Cyber knowledge
• Data Lifecycle and Records Management 
• Transformation & Change Management
• Vendor/ Product Management
• Commercial & Investment Management
• Agile / Product Operating Models
• Executive Communication

About Standard Chartered

We're a global bank connecting clients to our differentiated network, offering growth opportunities in the world's most dynamic markets. Our strategy, which combines cross-border capabilities and leading wealth management expertise, helps us deliver our purpose - to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity.

Over our 170-year history, and across a unique geographical footprint connecting Asia, Africa and the Middle East to each other and the world, we've built a bank like no other, with diverse capabilities and partnerships that set us apart.

What We Offer

• Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation, one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity, across our teams, business functions, and geographies.
• In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
• Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
• Time-off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday, which is combined to 30 days minimum.
• Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
• Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market-leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global employee assistance programme, sick leave, mental health first-aiders and self-help toolkits.
• A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual, and digital learning.

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