**Join careerzynith, a leading global financial services company, as we seek an exceptional Director of Data Science to lead our Global Data Strategy group within the Risk Finance organization. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a centralized data strategy, driving process enhancements and automation, and providing innovative data solutions to support strong forecasts and analytics for the wider Risk Finance organization.**
**About careerzynith**
careerzynith is a global financial services company that provides a wide range of products and services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. Our company is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of excellence. As a leader in the industry, we are constantly seeking talented individuals who share our passion for excellence and our commitment to making a positive impact.
**The Role**
As the Director of Data Science, you will lead the Global Data Strategy group within the Risk Finance organization, responsible for developing and implementing a centralized data strategy that supports strong forecasts and analytics for the wider Risk Finance organization. Your primary duties will include:
* **Leading the strategic evaluation of careerzynith credit metrics, credit provision, and reserve for Senior Management in Risk and Finance**: You will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to provide insights and recommendations to Senior Management.
* **Owning precise information assets/packages within Risk Finance, and becoming a subject matter expert of the applicable tools**: You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues, reconciling results, identifying enhancements and automation possibilities, and teaching other customers to drive adoption.
* **Developing and maintaining preferred and ad-hoc reports used by Risk Finance and/or business partners; providing credit-associated analytical aid**: You will be responsible for developing and maintaining reports that provide insights and recommendations to Risk Finance and business partners.
* **Developing and presenting key analyses and recommendations to Senior Management**: You will be responsible for presenting complex data insights and recommendations to Senior Management.
* **Building and maintaining relationships across Risk Finance portfolio groups and with partners in Risk, Controllership, Tech, etc.**: You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
* **Providing selection-aid with a strong emphasis on growing analytics that identify trends and opportunities within the portfolio which can be used to optimize Business and Risk decisions**: You will be responsible for developing and implementing analytics that identify trends and opportunities within the portfolio.
**Required Qualifications**
* **Advanced experience working with a maximum of the following is required: SQL/Hive, Power BI/Tableau, Python/R, VBA, TM1**: You will be responsible for working with a range of data tools and technologies to develop and implement data solutions.
* **Experience working with a sophisticated degree of Excel and PowerPoint required**: You will be responsible for working with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to develop and present complex data insights.
* **Experience in ML modeling is a plus**: You will be responsible for developing and implementing machine learning models to support data-driven decision-making.
* **Solid economic and analytical skills; ability to work with large units of data and draw significant conclusions, empowering our business partners to make smart, data-driven decisions**: You will be responsible for analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to provide insights and recommendations to business partners.
* **Superior attention to detail, alongside exemplary organizational and problem-solving skills**: You will be responsible for troubleshooting issues, reconciling results, and identifying enhancements and automation possibilities.
* **Must be results-driven and proactive with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work within tight timelines**: You will be responsible for delivering high-quality results within tight timelines.
* **Desire to work on ambiguous tasks, growing clarity while achieving successful and significant outcomes**: You will be responsible for developing and implementing data solutions that meet the needs of the business.
* **A strong work-ethic and strong interpersonal skills, showcasing the potential to build and maintain relationships and successfully collaborate with team members to achieve goals**: You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
* **Experience working with a sophisticated degree of Excel and PowerPoint required**: You will be responsible for working with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to develop and present complex data insights.
* **Master's degree in advanced mathematics or statistical discipline required**: You will be responsible for applying advanced mathematical and statistical skills to develop and implement data solutions.
**Considerations for Sponsorship**
careerzynith may offer visa sponsorship for certain positions, depending on business unit requirements, the nature of the position, value, and relevant laws.
**Salary Range**
The anticipated salary range for this position is $55.00 to $85.00 hourly, with bonus and equity (if relevant) and benefits.
**Benefits**
careerzynith is committed to supporting the holistic well-being of our colleagues and their loved ones. We prioritize their physical, economic, and intellectual health throughout every stage of life.
**How to Apply**
If you are a motivated and experienced data professional looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity to join careerzynith as a Director of Data Science – Global Data Strategy Lead.