Head of Data Analytics and Data Science

About the role

Funding Societies | Modalku, the largest SME digital finance platform in Southeast Asia, is looking for a leader to head its Data Analytics and Data Science function. The role covers strategy, development and implementation of data-driven solutions, overseeing the end-to-end process from data collection and analysis through solution deployment and business integration. The workplace is hybrid.

Key responsibilities

• Define a data strategy aligned with company priorities that drives data maturity, business growth, better risk management and improved customer experience
• Lead and mentor the data domain leads and their teams to build a high-performing data team
• Partner with Data Engineering, Product, Marketing, Sales, Risk and Finance to drive data initiatives
• Identify new opportunities and extend existing projects so that analytics recommendations improve key business metrics
• Adopt new tools and methods that keep the team's analytics and reporting capabilities current
• Ensure data practices and reporting meet internal and regulatory standards across markets

Required profile

• 10+ years in data analytics, data science or related fields, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Experience in financial services, fintech or tech, preferably with SME credit risk exposure
• Proven track record leading teams in a fast-paced, high-growth or fintech environment
• Ability to turn complex data insights into actionable business strategies and influence stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills, structured problem solving and strong prioritisation

Required skills

• SQL, Python or R
• Data visualisation tools such as Tableau or Qlik
• Experience selecting and implementing analytics and data science tooling is preferred

What we offer

• Flexible paid vacations and observed holidays by country, plus a day off for birthdays and work anniversaries
• Flexible working arrangements
• Health insurance for employees and dependents
• Wellness coaching and fitness initiatives
• Company laptop and tech support