VP Digital

The Data Delivery Lead is responsible for technology elements of data. Working with key stakeholders, this role will execute data delivery to support the organisation’s objectives and provide robust, reliable & secure solutions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing collaborative teams for delivery, implementation, maintenance, and user support. The role requires leadership skills to drive a high-performance team, creating optimised data solutions with consideration for security, cost, and operational performance. Lead our Data Delivery function, maximising product value by delivering solutions that enable the data strategy. Deliver data projects on time, to specification, and within plan. Build and retain an outstanding technology team through talent acquisition, mentoring, training, and career growth/development opportunities. Manage the data delivery budget, including staffing, BAU operations, professional services, licensing and fees, and capital projects. Advise leadership on emerging technologies, industry solutions, and digital trends; develop and manage key performance indicators. Commitment to The Ascot Way: as a senior member of the Technology organisation, the Data Delivery Lead, UK/Bermuda, will embody The Ascot Way in their daily interaction with colleagues, fostering colleague engagement and development, collaboration, inclusivity, and individual accountability. 10+ years’ experience in data/technology roles, with demonstrated ability to lead high-performing technical teams and leverage technology to deliver optimised solutions.

• Track record of delivering data solutions on time and within budget.
• Experience in the financial sector, ideally with an understanding of the insurance and underwriting domain, especially in relation to the Lloyd's market.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of regulatory standards that have application to data management and how these apply in a regulated environment.
• Experience managing cloud-based applications and infrastructure, ideally Microsoft Azure
• Agile and Scrum: Experience working in Agile environments and familiarity with Scrum methodologies, especially in a data context.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience working with Business Intelligence (BI) concepts, data warehousing, and data modelling and an ability to extend or improve the solution based on best practice and new requirements.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to dissect complex problems and drive data-driven solutions.

Technical Acumen: Strong grasp of technical concepts, allowing effective communication with data engineers, analysts, and architects Capability to lead cross-functional teams and drive the vision for data products Ensuring data accuracy and integrity in all products overseen. Staying updated with the latest in BI tools, data trends, and industry-specific needs.