Chief Data Officer (BFSI)

apartmentHAYS SPECIALIST RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD. placeToa Payoh descriptionPermanent calendar_month10/3/26

About the job

Our client in banking is looking for a Chief Data Officer to join their team.

Your new role

As a Chief Data Officer, you will be responsible for:

Leads the regional data strategy aligned with Asia Pacific business and Head Office direction.
Drives data governance, regulatory compliance, and adoption of data standards across all markets.
Ensures data quality, availability, accuracy, consistency, and security organisation‑wide.
Oversees design and deployment of the regional enterprise data platform and cloud/hybrid solutions.
Advances analytics, AI/ML, and data‑driven decision‑making to unlock business value and innovation.
Partners with regional, country, and Head Office stakeholders to scale data capabilities and represent company externally.
Builds a strong data culture through leadership, talent development, and organisation-wide data literacy.

What you’ll need to succeed

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, or related field, with 20+ years of industry experience
Extensive experience in data governance and building enterprise‑grade data and analytics platforms for banks.
Strong understanding of Asia‑Pacific data regulations and compliance requirements.
Proficient in modern cloud architectures, data platforms, and AI/ML technologies.
Strategic thinker with a hands‑on, solutions‑driven approach.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Proven track record driving data‑driven transformation and enabling business growth through insights.

What you'll get in return

In return, you'll be part of an organization that values its employees. You’ll be rewarded with:

Structured career growth and plenty of developmental opportunities
Stable working environment

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or for more information and a confidential discussion on this role or to find out about more opportunities in Technology contact Yuki Cheung or email yuki.cheung@hays.com.sg. Referrals are welcome.

At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from diverse background to apply.

EA Reg Number: R22110258 | EA License Number: 07C3924 | Company Registration No: 200609504D

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