Want to know if this job is worth applying to?
Dallas, Texas, United States
Hybrid
Role Overview
The Director – Data Science and Analytics is accountable for the delivery, quality, and impact of data science, analytics, and AI capabilities across multiple products and platforms.
This role focuses on leveraging data-driven strategies, drive operational efficiency, informs decision-making, and positions the DnA organization for continued growth and competitive advantage.
The Director serves as the leading authority for data analytics projects, while partnering with Product, Engineering, IT, and Business leaders to translate regulatory, customer, and market needs into scalable, machine‑first solutions.
Key Responsibilities (High‑Level Themes)
Own the data and analytics strategy for DnA team in FCC, spanning applied machine learning, analytics, and GenAI
Provide scientific and technical leadership for production data science systems operating at enterprise scale
Own the quality, confidence, and integrity of data and AI outputs used across customer‑facing and regulatory products
Establish standards for explainability, traceability, validation, and audit‑readiness of AI‑driven outcomes
Drive organizational understanding of data, entities, signals, taxonomies, and domain behavior
Ensure decision science solutions balance accuracy, scale, cost, and risk while remaining commercially viable
Enable product differentiation and velocity through reusable analytics, AI platforms, and shared capabilities
Support data monetization and external distribution through APIs and strategic partner integrations
Define and govern enterprise‑grade data quality, monitoring, and AI lifecycle practices
Partner closely with Product, Engineering, and IT leadership to align data science outcomes with business and compliance priorities
Build, mentor, and scale senior data science talent, setting the technical and cultural bar for the organization.
What You Bring
Extensive experience in data science, analytics, or applied AI, including senior leadership roles
Proven ability to lead largescale, production product/ systems in complex environments
Deep intuition for modelling trade‑offs, data quality limitations, and real‑world failure modes
Experience applying data science in regulated, compliance‑driven, or high‑stakes business contexts
Demonstrated capability to translate strategy into scalable, data‑driven execution
Strong communication skills across executive, product, and technical audiences
Track record of building high‑performing teams and senior technical leaders
Ownership mindset with focus on long‑term outcomes rather than short‑term activity
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field
Advanced degree preferred (MBA)
Experience
15+ years of extensive progressive leadership experience in data science, analytics, or AI‑enabled organizations
Proven experience defining and executing enterprise‑scale data science or AI strategies
Track record of operating in executive environments with senior stakeholder accountability
Travel/Work Model
To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.
Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.
Compensation:
$137,900.00 - $246,350.00 USDThis role is eligible for Bonus.
Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific offer for the job location during the hiring process.
Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.
