Sallie Mae · 3 hours ago
Director, Data Management
Newark, DE
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
7+ years expSallie Mae is dedicated to empowering students as they navigate their educational journeys. The Director, Data Management will develop and implement data management strategies and policies to ensure data integrity and compliance, while leading a team to enhance data governance and analytics capabilities.
Financial ServicesHigher Education
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive data management strategy aligned with the organization's objectives and industry best practices
Establish and maintain data management policies, procedures, and standards to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations
Oversee the design and implementation of data governance frameworks, including data quality management, data lifecycle management, and metadata management
Lead the development and maintenance of data architectures, data models, and data dictionaries to enable efficient data storage, retrieval, and analysis
Collaborate with IT teams to ensure the availability, scalability, and performance of data management systems and infrastructure
Provide strategic guidance and leadership to the data management team, including hiring, training, and performance management
Identify opportunities for leveraging data analytics and advanced technologies to drive data-driven decision-making and optimize business processes
Monitor and evaluate data management performance metrics and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data management capabilities
Develop and Lead Data Governance Strategy: Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive data governance program aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements
Policy and Standards Management: Establish and update data governance policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the enterprise
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with business leaders, IT, compliance, and legal teams to align data governance with business needs and regulatory requirements
Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with data-related regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and internal policies
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate data risks, including privacy, security, and operational risks, through effective controls and governance practices
Change Management and Training: Lead change management efforts and provide training to promote a data-driven culture and increase data literacy across the organization
Metrics and Reporting: Define and track key data governance metrics. Provide regular reports and insights to executive leadership and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of data management principles, methodologies, and best practices, including data governance, data quality management, and data integration
Extensive experience with data modeling, database design, and data architecture
Familiarity with data management tools and technologies, such as data warehouses, ETL processes, master data management, and business intelligence platforms
Proficiency in data privacy and security practices, as well as regulatory requirements
Demonstrated experience in leading and managing data management projects and teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into data solutions
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
7 years of experience in data management roles
Benefits
Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Generous PTO, Floating Holidays and 12 Federal Holidays observed
Support for financial-well-being and retirement 401k with employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and more
Employer paid short-term/long-term disability and basic life insurance
Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
Paid parental leave and adoption reimbursement programs
Free access to on-site staffed fitness centers (in Delaware) and gym subsidy (for locations outside Delaware)
Confidential counseling support (EAP), Health Advocacy services and Wellness program with financial incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Family Scholarship Programs
Career development and training opportunities
Company
Sallie Mae
Sallie Mae is an American corporation that originates, services, and collects student loans.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1983-09-30IPO
Leadership Team
Jonathan Witter
Chief Executive Officer
Munish Pahwa
EVP, Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
Recent News
2026-01-23
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