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Director, RPO Data Operations
how you will contribute
- We are seeking a visionary and results driven Director of RPO Data Operations to oversee data operations for RPO (Resource Processing Outsourcing program).
your typical day includes
- The Director of RPO Data Operations will be responsible for the delivery and deployment of data products across our RPO portfolio for clients and internal delivery partners. Apart from the wider Enterprise Data and Analytics Office (DEAO), you will be responsible for building a world class Data and Analytics (D&A) function, fostering a data driven culture, and driving measurable business results across the organization.
your responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Partnership: Contribute significantly to the company's data and analytics vision and strategy. You'll partner with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the organization to ensure D&A initiatives are tightly aligned with business goals, helping to maximize the return on data investments. Your role is to be a strategic thought partner, using data to inform and influence business decisions.
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Team and Talent Development: Lead, mentor, and scale a diverse, global team of data professionals. Develop a robust talent development plan to upskill and cross-train team members, fostering a high-performing D&A culture and promoting data literacy throughout the organization.
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Data Product Development & Insights: Drive the creation and implementation of data products that directly inform critical business decisions, with a specific focus on those for our RPO business. You'll implement and own these data products across the organization. Using your expertise in data visualization you will mastermind the build of intuitive dashboards and reporting tools that turn complex data insights into clear, actionable recommendations for a wide range of business stakeholders.
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Automation and Optimization: Lead the design and implementation of robust data solutions, with a focus on ensuring data quality, governance, and security. You'll leverage data and analytics automation and AI, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA), to optimize processes, enhance data pipelines, and drive significant operational efficiency. This includes identifying and implementing opportunities to use AI for tasks such as anomaly detection, predictive data quality monitoring, and automated data curation.
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Agile Management: Champion agile and scrum methodologies to manage D&A projects, ensuring efficient delivery and rapid iteration in a fast-paced environment.
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Talent Analytics SME: Leverage expertise in Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), including platforms like Workday, SuccessFactors, and Smart Recruiters, to drive data-driven talent acquisition strategies. Use data to optimize recruitment pipelines, forecast hiring needs, and improve the overall client and talent experience.
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Technical Acumen: Apply deep expertise in SQL and other data querying languages to coach and guide others in best practice development
- Drive the usage of Generative AI to enhance Data Visualization workflows, utilizing AI to draft design specifications, automate dashboard documentation, and perform rigorous visual regression testing. Maximized daily administrative productivity by implementing agentic systems for meeting synthesis, stakeholder communication, and project monitoring, effectively eliminating repetitive tasks and allowing for a primary focus on high-value data storytelling and strategic analysis.
- Deployed agentic AI workflows to revolutionize the BA and QA lifecycle; automated the translation of stakeholder requirements into structured technical documentation and executable SQL/Python scripts for data engineering hand-offs. Streamlined quality assurance by using AI to generate comprehensive test cases
your background
- 10+ years of experience with data and analytics team, leading multi-functional teams and 5+ years as a Senior Leader
- 5+ years of experience in a permanent talent analytics role, effectively utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems, CRM and working in a RPO Environment is required
- Proven experience leading large, global teams and a demonstrated ability to develop D&A talent
- An entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of building and scaling new functions
key capabilities
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Extensive experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Domo, Tableau, Power BI) and advanced SQL skills.
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Strong background in data and analytics automation and optimization through the likes of RPA and AI.
- Experience implementing and deploying data products at scale
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Proficiency in agile and scrum methodologies.
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Direct experience with RPO and ATS platforms, particularly Workday, SuccessFactors, or Smart Recruiters.
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Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a proven ability to engage, partner and influence senior level stakeholders.
- 2+ years of expertly integrated Generative and Agentic AI tools across the data lifecycle to automate technical drafting, streamline stakeholder communication, and architect agentic/automated workflows that yielded measurable productivity gains.
key relationships
- External Clients, Internal Business Partners, Internal Team (24+ employees),
together we grow.
When you join Randstad, you join…
- A specialized team delivering tailored solutions for clients and talent, enabling meaningful impact.
- An equitable, inclusive culture where everyone can contribute and thrive.
- A workplace prioritizing growth and empowering teams to adapt and excel.
- A company dedicated to supporting you to perform at your best.
- A commitment to pay for performance with transparency, fairness, and competitiveness.
our purpose
Our purpose is deeply rooted in the belief that by knowing our clients and talent better than anyone else, we can make connections that change lives and transform businesses. We don’t just place people in jobs; we help create futures full of possibility — for our clients, talent, and communities.
our culture
Our culture is powered by ambition and collaboration, where everyone is driven to push boundaries and achieve success. At Randstad, we don’t settle for “good enough” — we’re committed to walking the extra mile, always striving for perfection while trusting each other to deliver results. You’ll be working in an environment that fosters both individual achievement and team success.
We want our teams and talent to reflect the rich diversity of the societies we serve. We thrive for an environment of belonging, safety and confidence. So everyone can bring their whole selves to work and flourish. Learn more about equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at randstad here.
leadership expectations
At Randstad, leadership is our shared language. Whether you are leading a team or driving your own career, you contribute to our goal of being the world's most equitable and specialized talent company. We lead across four core pillars:
- we set direction: it is about anticipating and making decisions that will position randstad for long term success.
- we achieve: it is about delivering on our goals and operational excellence.
- we care: it is about the way we collaborate and work together, creating a sustainable and healthy culture.
- lead by example: it is about modelling the behaviors and standards we expect from others, demonstrating courage and accountability in every action.
a place for you to grow
We provide a fast-paced growth environment where your ability to adapt and contribute fuels the success of both your team and clients. We appreciate your talents and support your growth through mentorship, skill-building, and career guidance.
meaningful, competitive, and equitable rewards for your performance.
Our employment conditions reflect this;
- competitive salary
- variable pay for performance
- option to take part in Randstad's success through our employee Share Purchase Plan
- growth and development opportunities in a fast changing global environment
- an environment that promotes work life balance: flexibility with intentionality.
The recruitment procedure consists of a screening and at least two interviews. Later in the process, an (online) assessment and a job offer conversation take place.
Working at Randstad is unlike working at any organization. Because at Randstad we put people at the heart of everything we do. This goes for our clients, our talent, our employees and society. We combine our passion for people with the power of today’s technologies. This helps us support people and organizations in realizing their true potential. Learn more about our mission, history and values on our website: www.randstad.com
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