• Job Description

  Req#: R000077817

  Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

  Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

  Who We Are…

  When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

  From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

  About This Opportunity

  Based in our new Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad and reporting to the Global Chief Information Officer, as the Senior Vice President of Enterprise Data Services and Automation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing Warner Bros. Discovery’s enterprise data, automation, and AI strategy. This strategic leadership position requires a forward-thinking individual who can drive innovation, establish best practices, and ensure the effective management of data assets across the organisation. Leading a global team, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of robust enterprise Data Management, Automation, and AI practices and processes to support our business objectives.

  This newly established role within the Technology & Operations group signifies a strategic investment in advancing our shared service Data and Automation capabilities. Focused on the immediate imperatives of Automation and AI growth, our overarching objective is to elevate Data as a product within the WBD organisation. We envision our data to be exceptionally available, precise and accessible through contemporary platforms and protocols, paving the way for WBD’s next phase of growth. To spearhead our ambitions in enterprise data management, we are actively seeking a dynamic, professional Senior Vice President who will collaborate with existing Warner Bros. Discovery senior leaders to drive this transformative initiative. The agenda for change and transformation encompasses technology partner and tooling consolidation, as well as team location and hub consolidation.

  As the SVP, Enterprise Data Services & Automation, you will be responsible for:

  Data and Data Product Strategy and Governance

  • Developing and executing a comprehensive data strategy aligned with business objectives

  • Establishing and enforcing data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with regulatory Requirements

  • Defining and Implementing data management tools across the enterprise

  Data Architecture and Modelling

  • Leading the design and implementation of scalable and efficient data architecture

  • Collaborating with IT teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions into existing systems

  • Continuous review and optimisation of architecture platforms

  Data Quality and Integrity:

  • Implementing and overseeing data quality assurance processes and frameworks

  • Identifying and addressing data quality issues, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure accuracy and reliability.

  Data Analytics and Business Intelligence:

  • Ensuring Enterprise wide KPI and Analytics outcomes are well supported

  • Delivering shared service analytics outcomes as well as partner with embedded analytics organisations (particularly in the WBD Streaming and Gaming divisions)

  • Developing COP/COE Best Practices, tools, and training

  Automation and AI:

  • Activating and enabling the WBD Automation and AI Strategy

  • Defining, implementing and scaling shared platforms and services to support the scaling of Automation and AI practices at WBD

  • Providing visionary leadership to the Generative AI project teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence

  Leadership Development:

  • Building and leading a global high-performing data management team

  • Mentoring and developing team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation

  Vendor Management:

  • Evaluating and managing relationships with external data vendors and partners

  • Negotiating contracts and agreements to ensure cost-effective and high-quality data services

  Transformation Leadership:

  • Leading large-scale data and automation transformation programs

  • Evangelising the use of automation and AI with WBD

  Collaboration:

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and provide strategic guidance

  • Working closely with executive leadership to communicate the value of data management initiatives and secure necessary resources

  • Promoting the continuous evolution of data capabilities with vendors and cross functional teams

  About You

  Every great story has a new beginning. Start yours with us.

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Information Systems)

  • Proven Leadership experience (15+ years) in data management, with a focus on strategy and governance

  • Experience driving a maturity and capability improvement program specific to Data, Data Quality or Automation outcomes

  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and managing high performing teams

  • In-depth knowledge of data architecture, modelling, and analytics

  • Experience in implementing and maintaining data governance frameworks

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with aptitude to influence decision process and align risk strategy with business objectives

  • Experience in media or high-tech industry is highly beneficial

  How We Get Things Done…

  This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

  The Legal Bits…

  Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

  If you’re a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.

• About the company

  WARNER BROS. is a global leader in all forms of entertainment and their related businesses across all current and emerging media and platforms. A WarnerMedia Company, the fully integrated, broad-based Studio is home to one of the most successful collections of brands in the world and stands at the forefront of every aspect of the entertainment industry from feature film, television and home entertainment production and worldwide distribution to DVD and Blu-ray, digital distribution, animation, comic books, video games, product and brand licensing, and broadcasting.

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