Saarthee - Vice President

Position Summary:We are seeking a seasoned leader to head the Analytics Centre of Excellence (COE), driving enterprise-wide data strategy, advanced analytics, and measurable client/business outcomes.This role combines engagement leadership, delivery oversight, and strategic account management, ensuring value creation across various domains.The position requires a blend of analytics expertise, financial acumen, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to lead large-scale teams, manage P&L, and deliver high-impact solutions in a matrixed global Leadership & Analytics Delivery- Define and execute the enterprise-wide analytics strategy, aligned with business and client objectives.- Translate complex business challenges into data-driven, actionable insights supporting digital transformation, fraud detection, and risk management.- Drive the adoption and continuous improvement of analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) and advanced data models.- Ensure strong data governance, quality, and security standards across the Leadership & Business Impact- Hold P&L ownership for key banking and enterprise accounts, delivering measurable ROI (3x+).- Collaborate with CXO-level stakeholders globally to identify analytics opportunities and deliver high-impact insights.- Develop and roll out go-to-market analytics offerings, proposals, and accelerators tailored to client needs.- Enable outcome-based delivery models that align with regulatory and market trends in banking and Excellence & Governance- Establish and oversee governance frameworks and operational controls for scalable, high-quality delivery.- Manage analytics budgets, including cost allocation of resources across business units.- Provide senior leadership with regular performance reporting highlighting analytics impact, ROI, and strategic Leadership & Talent Development- Build, mentor, and lead high-performing global analytics and delivery teams.- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and accountability within the COE.- Improve employee engagement (ESAT) and reduce attrition through targeted talent programs and & Influence- Simplify complex data into executive-ready dashboards and stories that enable strategic decision-making.- Chair executive-level governance forums and cross-functional collaboration initiatives.- Act as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders, influencing strategy through Skills and qualifications:- Bachelors degree in Analytics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Business, or related field; Masters/MBA preferred.- 8+ years of analytics leadership experience, with proven success managing global teams and COE/shared services functions.- Proven track record of P&L ownership, account leadership, and measurable client value delivery.- Strong proficiency in SQL, BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker), and analytics frameworks.- Demonstrated success in budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation.- Recognized strength in stakeholder management, executive communication, and change leadership.- Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.- Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities.- Proficiency in SQL, data visualization, and analytics Competencies- Strategic Thinking & Commercial Acumen.- Data, Risk & Compliance Analytics.- Multiple Domain Expertise.- Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management.- Agile Program & Change Management.- Team Leadership & Talent Development.- Compliance, Governance & Delivery Excellence. (ref:iimjobs.com)