Head of Data Executive Search
Appointment of data leader to drive strategic alignment in insurance sector
Accelerating change – our client’s business challenge and setting
InX was approached by the Chief Data Officer (CDO) of a prominent insurance company, who was in the process of an exit and needed to identify a successor to take on this key leadership role. The company had faced challenges aligning its data strategy with broader business objectives and was operating under significant budget constraints. The new leader would not only need to reshape and re-establish the data strategy but also gain buy-in from senior stakeholders to secure essential funding for data initiatives. This made the role particularly demanding, as the incoming Head of Data needed to balance strategic vision with pragmatic engagement across the organisation.
Our approach and response to this challenge
Understanding the company’s culture, pace, and appetite for change was crucial to finding the right leader. Our team at InX took a tailored, consultative approach, dedicating extensive time to understanding the organization’s leadership dynamics and challenges. We conducted introductory meetings and focus groups with key stakeholders, gathering insights on both technical requirements and cultural fit.
With a deep understanding of the company’s specific needs, we crafted a compelling narrative and developed detailed candidate information packs and briefing documents, designed to resonate with top talent in the data leadership market. Working closely with the organization’s internal talent acquisition team and C-level executives, we structured a targeted approach to the market and outlined a clear, efficient interview process. This strategic alignment ensured that the organization could effectively engage the fast-track, high-caliber talent they sought.
Accelerating results for our client
Within the demanding timeframe set by the organization, InX successfully appointed a highly qualified Head of Data who quickly became instrumental in reshaping the company’s data strategy. The appointed leader has since played a pivotal role, not only in refining the strategic direction of data initiatives but also in achieving the senior stakeholder buy-in necessary to unlock additional resources. This executive’s impact has extended beyond immediate data operations, influencing a stronger alignment between data strategy and broader organizational goals.
“The InX team were extremely credible from the outset when they engaged with our Board to discuss this key data hire. They clearly have a very strong network across the data leadership market and know what good looks like.”