Chief Data Officer (MA or REMOTE)

About the positionResponsibilities• Establish and enforce a comprehensive governance framework, including policies for data quality, security, privacy, and regulatory compliance. • Break down organizational and technical data silos to enable easy data access and business insights needed in the ever-changing P&C industry through the establishment of a defined data taxonomy. • Enable the building and maintenance of a modern data eco-system that supports advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning while ensuring compliant standards of data usage.• Attract, coach, and develop a talented, diverse team while strengthening organizational capability and team dynamics. • Lead through influence by building trusted and collaborative relationships with leaders and teams across the enterprise, inspiring strategy aligned work, and engaging stakeholders with purpose and clarity. • Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, influencing resource allocation, technology investments, and business priorities through data insights. • Represent Hanover in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and data innovation partnerships to shape external perceptions and stay ahead of emerging trends.Requirements• 15+ years of experience in data strategy, governance, analytics, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. • Demonstrated expertise in the Property & Casualty insurance lifecycle, with a clear understanding of how data enables measurement, insight and achievement of critical key performance indicators and business outcome. • Must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. • Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide data transformation initiatives across a matrixed organization.• Deep expertise in data governance, privacy, and compliance frameworks. • Strong understanding of emerging technologies including AI, machine learning, and cloud data platforms. • Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and influencing skills. • Experience working with executive leadership and external stakeholders. • Bachelor's degree required, Master's or advanced degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Business, or related field preferred. Apply tot his job