Chief Data Officer

Chief Data Officer

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Zurich North America is seeking a dynamic Chief Data Officer (CDO) to lead our Data and Analytics team. This role reports to the Chief Operations Officer, and while our preference is for the role to be located at our Schaumburg Headquarters, we will consider other Zurich office locations.

The Chief Data Officer is responsible for all aspects of data management, including governance, data acquisition and integration, as well as the development of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities and products.

We are looking for a strategic leader with a vision for leveraging data to drive business success, who is forward-thinking, results-oriented, and focused on continuous improvement. This leader will partner with stakeholders at all levels to identify data needs and communicate data strategy and insights.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and execute a comprehensive data and analytics strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives.

Lead and mentor a high-performing data and analytics team.

Foster a data-driven culture across the organization.

Implement robust data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, privacy, and compliance. Develop policies and procedures for data management, usage, and security.

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)

Promote the use of data analytics to drive business insights and decision-making.

Ensure the organization has the necessary tools and capabilities for data analysis.

Report on the effectiveness and impact of data strategies, and continuously improve data processes and systems based on performance metrics.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree, and 15 or more years of experience in Data Science, Computer Science or Information SystemsAND

Experience in data management, data governance, data analytics, data modeling and data warehousing

Experience in a senior leadership role within a data-focused environment

Experience in developing and implementing data and analytics strategies

People management experience

Experience aligning strategic priorities, for revenue growth, customer retention, or market expansion

Preferred Qualifications:

Strategic thinker with a vision for leveraging data to foresee how it propels business success

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Insurance industry experience

MBA, MSc, or PhD

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time ( https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

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Location(s): AM – Schaumburg

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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