Chief Data Strategy Officer

Role Description This full-time remote role of Chief Data Strategy Officer is responsible for defining and leading the organization’s enterprise-wide data strategy. The position oversees how data is collected, governed, analyzed, and used to drive business planning, financial performance, and strategic initiatives. Day-to-day tasks include collaborating with executive leadership to align data priorities with corporate goals, setting policies for data quality and governance, and guiding the development of analytics capabilities and platforms. The Chief Data Strategy Officer will work closely with teams across business, finance, technology, and operations to translate data insights into actionable plans, optimize resource allocation, and identify new opportunities for growth. The role also includes mentoring leaders, setting measurable objectives for data-driven projects, and communicating progress and outcomes to stakeholders in a clear and accessible manner.

Qualifications

Strong strategic and business capabilities, including Business Planning and Strategic Planning skills, with a track record of using data to inform organizational direction. Advanced Analytical Skills for interpreting complex data sets, developing insights, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. Solid Finance knowledge to connect data initiatives with budgeting, forecasting, and overall financial performance. Proven Executive Management experience, including leading cross-functional teams, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving enterprise-level change. Experience creating and implementing data governance frameworks, data quality standards, and analytics roadmaps. Familiarity with modern data platforms, business intelligence tools, and reporting solutions, as well as data privacy and compliance considerations. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical audiences and build strong partnerships across departments. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Data Science, or a related field; an advanced degree (e.g., MBA or Master’s in Analytics) is highly beneficial. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote environment, manage priorities, and deliver results in a dynamic, evolving setting.