Hyatt Corporate Office, Chicago

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks a visionary Director of Data and AI Governance to champion our data and artificial intelligence (AI) governance initiatives. In this critical role, you will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive data governance program that fosters trust, transparency, and accountability in our use of data and AI.

You will have the opportunity to shape the future of Hyatt's data landscape, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance while enabling data-driven decision making across the organization. You will be part of a team that is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills, and building connections across the organization with stakeholders, colleagues and guests.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People

What sets us apart is our purpose—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Flexible work schedules
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board—from who we hire and develop, organizations we support, and who we buy from and work with.

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

· Develop and implement a robust data governance framework, including data policies, standards, and procedures.

· Lead the development and execution of a data quality management strategy.

· Establish and maintain a data governance committee to ensure stakeholder alignment and program effectiveness.

· Collaborate with IT, business units, cyber security, legal, data and data science teams to champion data governance across the enterprise.

· Oversee data classification, access control, and data security practices.

· Develop and implement a comprehensive AI governance strategy, ensuring ethical and responsible use of AI.

· Monitor and report on data governance metrics and program performance.

· Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory requirements concerning data and AI governance.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

· Proven experience (8+ years) in data governance, data management, or a related field.

· Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and methodologies.

· Experience in developing and implementing data policies, standards, and procedures.

· Experience in data quality management practices.

· Proven ability to build, lead, and motivate a high-performing data governance team.

· Experience in fostering a collaborative and results-oriented team environment.

· Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills to effectively manage stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

· Strong ability to delegate tasks and hold team members accountable.

· Demonstrated leadership skills to champion data governance initiatives and drive program adoption.

· Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.

· Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Experience with data governance tools and technologies a plus.

· Understanding of AI governance principles and best practices preferred.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We welcome you:

Research shows that women, people of color and other historically excluded groups, tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all of the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.