What does your job as a Head of Data & AI look like?
As the Head of Data & AI at NN, you play a crucial role in the organization. You are responsible for drafting and executing the data and AI strategy that you have had approved by the ExCo. You are responsible for aligning this strategy with central budgets and priorities. Elements of the strategy include amongst others data and AI use cases to improve business performance, data governance, data quality, data infrastructure. You will report to the CXO (responsible for Product, Marketing, Customer Care, and Data & AI).
You liaise with Senior Management on data-related issues, and decide on issues prior to escalation. You identify and manage critical data issues and risks, manage data-related projects and initiatives, and present data initiatives and projects for approval to the relevant ExCo members. You develop and implement a data vision within the company. Also, you are the point of contact for communication and interaction with NN group on data & AI topics. Additionally, you participate in selected Data Committee meetings, support the data champions and communicate the data vision across the enterprise, supervise changes in the DG Organization, maintain the DG strategy and tactics.
Although you do not take on a traditional leadership role, you serve as a key point of contact within the Data & AI domain. A small, specialized team reports to you, with your focus being on setting the strategic direction, ensuring technical quality, and guiding complex projects.
This is how you fit perfectly into our team
We are looking for candidates with:
Master of Science degree in Information Systems, or related degree.
You have at least ten years of professional experience in IT and possess in-depth knowledge of Data and AI. Thanks to your expertise, you can accurately assess which technologies are truly feasible and applicable today within a business context.
A very good knowledge in English. Dutch and/or French are an asset.
A strong proactive personality with strong communication skills to build a relation with MT members, peers and others within the organization.
A proven record in building the necessary data foundation (incl IT infrastructure) for an organization the size of NN, preferably within the financial services industry.
Experience with an agile delivery organization.
Professional role model behaviour, and inspirational and motivational to others, and able to manage, coach and improve your team.
Expertise in change management.
Who are we looking for?
NN is looking for people who give their best, come up with fresh ideas and are willing to take the initiative. People who can live by our values: care, clear and commit. We believe in an open and inclusive culture, where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. So be yourself above all!
What you get with NN
Your attractive salary package is supplemented by some attractive fringe benefits such as
a company car and charging card (or a mobility budget)
a fixed net allowance
an annual bonus in accordance with CLA 90
group and hospitalization insurance
meal vouchers and eco vouchers
20 vacation days, 12 compensatory leave days, and 5 extra-legal days
To discover your talents, develop them further and build on your career, you will receive
a diverse range of training courses
a comprehensive onboarding
workshops, coaching & well-being services
opportunities for internal mobility
At NN, we know how important it is to have a good work-life balance. That’s why we offer a flexible home working policy. To give your creativity an extra boost, you can, of course, always visit our new working environment in the bustling Brussels, easily accessible by public transport.
Do you see yourself working as a Head of Data & AI?
You are more than welcome!
Press “Apply now” at the top and make today your lucky day.
