Director, Data Strategy And Partnerships

Overview
The Director, Data Strategy and Partnerships will drive Experian's financial data strategy in North America and identify, develop, and optimize partnerships that enhance Experian's financial data assets.
You will navigate the dynamic financial data ecosystem to understand the key players, their relative strengths and capabilities, and assess the right partners for Experian.
You will acquire new data sources, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards, while working with cross-functional teams including product management, data governance, legal, and procurement.
You will be reporting to the SVP, Enterprise Data Strategy.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Identify and evaluate potential new financial data partnerships to enrich Experian's data offerings.
Collaborate with strategy and product teams to align data acquisition efforts with our needs and strategic goals.
Oversee testing, licensing, and integration of new data assets into Experian's systems.
Build and manage relationships with diverse data providers, including aggregators, Direct to Consumer companies, niche providers, and public data sources.
Negotiate and complete data licensing agreements and vendor contracts.
Manage vendor compliance, renewals, and performance reviews.
Partner with legal and privacy teams to ensure data partnerships comply with relevant regulations and Experian standards.
Monitor data use to uphold privacy standards and mitigate risks.
Implement cost management initiatives to optimize ROI on data spend.
About Experian
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world.
We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software.
We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data.
As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries.
Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland.
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Experience and Skills
Your background:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
10+ years of experience in data acquisition, partnerships, or a similar role within the marketing industry and/or financial services industry.
Deep understanding of consumer and financial data, including data assets and technology providers.
Proven success in negotiating complex agreements and managing vendor relationships.
Additional Information
Benefits:
Great compensation package and bonus plan.
Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K.
Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office.
Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays.
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours.
Experian's culture and people are important differentiators.
We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on.
Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets.
The base pay range for this position is listed above.
Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education.
This position is also eligible for a variable pay opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our inclusive workforce allows everyone to succeed and bring their whole self to work.
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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