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Data Strategy Director

Location: Lincoln, RI, United States
Date Posted: Jan 21, 2025

Description

Data Strategy Director – Hybrid (Enterprise Solutions - Data-Digital-Inno)
50 Amica Way, Lincoln, RI 02865

Thank you for considering Amica as part of your career journey, where your future is our business.

At Amica, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive environment. We all work together to accomplish the common goal of providing the best experience for our customers. We believe in trust and fostering lasting relationships for our customers and employees! We’re focused on creating a workplace that works for all. We’ll continue to provide training, guidance, and resources to make Amica a true place of belonging for all employees. Want to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Visit our DEI page to read about it!”

As a mutual company, our people are our priority. We seek differences of opinion, life experience and perspective to represent the diversity of our policyholders and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Our office located in Lincoln, RI is seeking a Data Strategy Director for our Enterprise Solutions - Data-Digital-Inno team.

This job will be done hybrid on our Lincoln, RI campus.

This role does not currently offer employment visa sponsorship.

Position Summary:

The Data Strategy Director will play a critical role in shaping, leading, and executing the enterprise-wide data strategy at Amica. This role will act as a key strategic partner to senior leadership, overseeing the design, planning, implementation, and ongoing optimization of the company’s data investments.

Responsibilities:

As a member of the Chief Data Officer’s leadership team, this leader will partner with stakeholders across the company to define and execute the company’s enterprise-wide data strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
In partnership with our Sr. Data Governance Manager, contribute to the development and refinement of the company’s data governance framework, helping to ensure that data quality, security, and compliance standards are met.
Help design a roadmap for the effective use of data across the enterprise, facilitating prioritization of key data initiatives.
Lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects to execute the data strategy.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resources for key data initiatives, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
Monitor and report on the status of ongoing projects, mitigating risks, managing stakeholder expectations, and resolving any project-related challenges.
Act as the primary liaison between the Chief Data Officer and key business units, facilitating communication and alignment on data priorities, objectives, and progress.
Prepare and deliver presentations and reports for executive leadership and other key stakeholders, communicating data strategy progress, risks, and outcomes.
Monitor the effectiveness of data strategies, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in processes, tools, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
Stay informed on the latest industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to data strategy, analytics, and digital transformation.
May be called upon to handle other duties as required.

Requirements:

Requires bachelor’s degree in related field (Data Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, etc.). Master’s degree preferred.
8+ years of experience in data strategy, business strategy, project management, or similar roles.
Proven experience leading and managing large, cross-functional projects from inception to execution.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence desired outcomes.
Ability to translate complex data concepts into actionable insights and tangible business outcomes.

Total Rewards:

Medical, dental, vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
Paid Vacation – you will receive at least 13 vacation days in the first 12 months, amounts could be greater depending on the role. While able to use prior to accrual, vacation time will accrue monthly.
Holidays - 14 paid holidays observed
Sick time - 6 days sick time at hire, 6 additional days sick time at 90 days of employment
Generous 401k with company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, annual 3% non-elective employer contribution
Annual Success Sharing Plan - Paid to eligible employees if company meets or exceeds combined ratio, growth and/or service goals
Generous leave programs, including paid parental bonding leave
Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement programs
Generous fitness and wellness reimbursement
Employee community involvement
Strong relationships, lifelong friendships
Opportunities for advancement in a successful and growing company

Amica conducts background checks which includes a review of criminal, educational, employment and social media histories, and if the role involves use of a company vehicle, a motor vehicle or driving history report. The background check will not be initiated until after a conditional offer of employment is made and the candidate accepts the offer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

The safety and security of our employees and our customers is a top priority. Employees may have access to employees’ and customers’ personal and financial information in order to perform their job duties. Candidates with a criminal history that imposes a direct or indirect threat to our employees’ or customers’ physical, mental or financial well-being may result in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

About Amica

Amica Mutual Insurance Company is America’s oldest mutual insurer of automobiles. A direct national writer, Amica also offers home, marine and umbrella insurance. Amica Life Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary, provides life insurance and retirement solutions. Amica was founded on the principles of creating peace of mind and building enduring relationships for and with our exceptionally loyal policyholders, a mission that thousands of employees in offices nationwide share and support.

Equal Opportunity Policy: All qualified applicants who are authorized to work in the United States will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, ethnicity, age, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, mental condition, military status, genetic information or any other class protected by law. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of age with respect to individuals who are 40 years of age or older. Employees are subject to the provisions of the Workers' Compensation Act.

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