Senior Director, Data & Analytics

The next part of your journey is right around the corner with The Standard India

A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams across the nation, weve been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture, focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Sr. Director of Engineering, Enterprise Data & Analytics

Job Summary

The Senior Director, Enterprise Data & Analytics will lead and expand the Indiabased EDA practice, driving enterprise data strategy, analytics innovation, and modern data platform capabilities for The Standard. In this role, you will oversee architecture, data engineering, data science and reporting & analytics competencies to support enterprise priorities across digital transformation, customer experience, actuarial modernization, operational excellence, and new product innovation.

You will define and deliver strategic analytics roadmaps, partner closely with U.S.based business and technology leaders, scale highperforming teams, and ensure the India EDA practice operates as a core extension of the global function delivering measurable business outcomes.

*Ability to work onsite in Bengaluru, India is a requirement of the role.

Mode of Working: This role follows a hybrid work model with a primary base in Bengaluru; onsite presence is essential for key engagements.

Skills and Background Youll Need

Education: A Bachelors degree in Statistics, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, MIS, Analytics, or a related field is required.

Experience: 15+ years of progressive experience in data & analytics, including 10+ years in leadership roles is required.

• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary analytical teams: data engineering, data science, BI/reporting, and analytics product development is required.
• Demonstrated success driving digital transformation and measurable business value through advanced analytics is required.
• Deep handson understanding of modern cloud data ecosystems (Azure, big data platforms, ML/AI environments) is required.
• Experience operating within a global delivery / GCC model and partnering with U.S.based leaders is required.
• Leading analytics innovation initiatives and scaling analytical organizations in enterprise environments is preferred.
• Experience with data governance, quality management, metadata, compliance, and data platform modernization is preferred.
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies (e.g., SAFe, iterative delivery models) is preferred.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

Strategic Visioning: Communicates a compelling longterm data & analytics vision; aligns teams and plans to enterprise strategy.

• Driving Success: Creates urgency, accountability, and actionable plans leading to ambitious, highimpact outcomes.
• Engaging Hearts & Minds: Builds momentum, shared purpose, and strong crossfunctional collaboration across global partners.

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  Developing People: Coaches leaders and teams, builds analytical talent pipelines, and fosters a culture of growth and excellence.
• Customer Focus: Designs data and analytics solutions with a deep understanding of business drivers and customer needs.

Why Join The Standard India?

We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard India you can expect:

• A rich benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial goals
• An annual incentive bonus plan tied to both individual and organizational performance
• Paid time off including earned leave, sick/casual leave, and public holidays, in accordance with the companys leave policy
• A supportive, responsive management approach that empowers you to grow
• Opportunities for career advancement through learning, coaching, and leadership enablement
• A culture where your voice mattersyour ideas shape our future, and we win as one
• Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for our customers, communities, and each other

In addition to a competitive salary, our employee-focused benefits are designed to support work-life balance, personal growth, and long-term impact.

Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

StanCorp Global Services India Private Limited is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, caste, HIV status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws of India.