S&P Global, Inc

Sr. Data Program Lead

S&P Global, Inc • $108K — $160K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in leading data, analytics, or technology transformation programs.
  • Proven record of delivering multi-year roadmaps with measurable impact.
  • Strong executive presence and ability to align with senior leadership.
  • Deep familiarity with modern data architecture and governance concepts.
  • Proficiency in program management, dependency management, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

  • Own the execution of the data strategy and multi-year roadmap.
  • Translate strategic priorities into actionable data programs.
  • Drive coordination across multiple teams and functional areas.
  • Engage senior stakeholders to align on priorities and trade-offs.
  • Ensure successful program execution with scoped clarity and risk management.

Benefits

  • Eligible for an annual incentive plan.
  • Access to comprehensive S&P Global employee benefits.
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Data Program Leader, you will own the orchestration, evolution, and execution of the company's multi-year data strategy and roadmap across a newly integrated and complex data ecosystem.

You will partner closely with Data Architecture, Engineering, Product, and executive stakeholders to translate strategic data priorities into actionable, and measurable programs. This role sits at the center of strategy, execution, and stakeholder alignment assuring that our data investments deliver business value at scale.

You will operate at the intersection of vision, planning, and delivery. Driving alignment across a federated organization while managing the realities of legacy systems, ongoing integration, and evolving priorities.

A successful Senior Data Program Leader will:
  • Own the data strategy execution and roadmap
  • Translate data strategy into a prioritized, multi-year roadmap spanning platforms, data products, governance, and analytics capabilities
  • Continuously evolve the roadmap based on business priorities, integration milestones, and technology changes
  • Establish clear value realization frameworks, milestones, and success metrics


Drive program orchestration across a complex ecosystem
  • Lead cross-functional data programs spanning multiple teams (Data Engineering, Architecture, Product, Business units)
  • Coordinate dependencies across Sales Solutions platforms, data domains, and initiatives


Engage and influence senior stakeholders
  • Partner with senior business and technology leaders to align on priorities, sequencing, and tradeoffs
  • Drive executive-level communication, including roadmap reviews, program updates, and decision forums
  • Act as a trusted advisor, helping stakeholders understand investment needs, risks, and expected outcomes

Support funding, business cases, and value articulation
  • Develop and socialize business cases to secure funding for data initiatives
  • Clearly articulate ROI, cost drivers, and value realization tied to data investments
  • Partner with Finance and leadership to align funding with strategic priorities


Enable delivery excellence
  • Ensure programs are structured for successful execution, including scope clarity, resource alignment, and risk management
  • Identify and remove blockers across organizational and technical boundaries
  • Drive accountability for outcomes while supporting teams operating in agile delivery models


Champion data literacy and organizational alignment
  • Help translate data strategy into language that resonates across business and technical stakeholders
  • Promote alignment around data as a strategic asset and enabler of growth
  • Support change management efforts tied to data initiatives


Who You Are

Strategic program leader with data domain expertise
  • 10+ years of experience leading large-scale, cross-functional programs in data, analytics, or technology transformation environments
  • Proven track record of delivering multi-year roadmaps and enterprise programs with measurable business impact


Strong executive presence and influence
  • Experience working directly with senior leadership to shape strategy and drive alignment
  • Exceptional communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizations and build consensus


Deep understanding of data ecosystems
  • Familiarity with modern data architecture, platforms, and concepts (e.g., data products, data governance, data platforms, lakehouse/medallion patterns)
  • Ability to engage meaningfully with architects and engineers without being hands-on


Program and portfolio management expertise
  • Strong experience in program structuring, dependency management, and risk mitigation
  • Experience balancing strategic planning with agile execution models
  • Skilled in defining KPIs, OKRs, and value realization frameworks
  • Experience developing business cases, and aligning investments to outcomes
  • Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and ROI modeling for technology initiatives
  • Comfortable operating in ambiguity, especially in post-merger or transformation contexts


Industry experience (preferred)
  • Automotive, mobility, or similarly data-intensive industries preferred


Right to work requirements: This role is limited for candidates with indefinite right to work within the USA or Canada.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):
  • S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $108,388 to $160,151. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographical location as well as experience and qualifications for the role.
  • In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
  • This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit link https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/us

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Learn more about S&P Global, Inc
Size
22,850 employees
Market Cap
$107.6 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$2.3 billion
Founded
1888
5 Year Trend
+7.9%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
NASDAQ
SPGI
* Ladders Estimates

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