Lead the strategic development and implementation of HR data governance across Syngenta's global operations. Drive data quality, compliance, and ethical use of HR data while establishing robust governance frameworks that support business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and enforce comprehensive data governance policies and standards at the group level
Drive overall HR data strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory landscape
Lead cross-functional collaboration to establish data governance culture across all BUs and regions
Provide strategic oversight of data stewardship roles and accountability frameworks

Data Architecture

Data Architecture Strategy: Help the Function in defining at least 2–3-year strategy for data architecture to set solid foundations for creating impact through reporting, Analytics and supporting AI related used cases.
Data Modelling and Reporting: Develop and maintain data models for HR reporting and analytics. This includes support the broader reporting and analytics team in designing and implementing reports and dashboards to support strategic decision-making within HR and across the organization.
Technology Evaluation and Selection: Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance HR data management and analytics capabilities. This includes staying abreast of emerging technologies and trends in the field of HR data analytics.

Operational Excellence

Manage data stewardship roles and responsibilities across the organization
Coordinate with HR Data Owners and Stewards to ensure consistent data quality standards
Implement lifecycle management requirements and compliance monitoring processes
Drive investment decisions related to data governance infrastructure and capabilities

Essential Experience

8+ years in data governance, data management, or related field
5+ years in HR data management or HR analytics environment
Proven track record leading enterprise-wide governance transformations
Experience with global, multi-regional data compliance requirements

Technical Expertise

Deep understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices
Knowledge of HR data ecosystems and employee data lifecycle
Familiarity with Workday or similar HRIS platforms

Leadership & Soft Skills

Stakeholder Management: Ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels
Strategic Thinking: Capability to translate business needs into governance frameworks
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for policy development
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and ethical reasoning capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in data management, Information Systems, or related field
Professional certifications in data governance (DGSP, CDMP) or privacy (CIPP/E, CIPM)
Background in change management and organizational transformation

Success Metrics

Implementation of comprehensive HR data governance framework within 12 months
Achievement of 95%+ data quality scores across key HR datasets
Zero major compliance incidents related to HR data management
Successful establishment of cross-functional governance steering committee
Measurable improvement in data-driven HR decision making capabilities

Note: Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status

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HR Data Architecture and Governance Lead

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