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Introduction 36 hours per week Start date: 01-12-2026 End date: 30-11-2027 Extension is possible ZZP is not allowed Hybrid way of work: minimum of 2 days per week at the office (Wednesday mandatory) Language: Dutch & English Fluent The relocation is not possible for this role Job description Drive bank-wide data initiatives and deliver measurable progress on regulatory compliance, data quality, and future-ready data capabilities within one year. You & your role As Program Manager Data Management BCBS 239, you know the secrets of connecting people, programs, and priorities. You lead the execution of the data management roadmap within the COO domain. In this role, you coordinate initiatives related to BCBS 239, ESG, AI-ready data, and operational efficiency. You create alignment across domains, provide transparency on risks and dependencies, and help stakeholders translate strategy into measurable outcomes. Examples from practice You bring together milestones, risks, and dependencies across bank-wide data management initiatives into one coherent approach. • You identify obstacles at an early stage and orchestrate solutions together with COO, Data & Analytics, and other stakeholders. • You translate complex ambitions related to BCBS 239, ESG, and AI-ready data into concrete progress and decision-making. Top 3 responsibilities • Coordinate bank-wide milestones, risks, and dependencies to ensure data management initiatives are delivered consistently, on time, and in line with regulatory expectations. • Support senior leadership with structured insights, progress reporting, and decision-making materials on strategic data management topics. • Maintain cross-domain alignment, remove impediments, and translate the data management strategy into measurable results. You operate in a complex, high-visibility environment with diverse stakeholders and interests. By creating transparency, structure, and collaboration, you contribute to sustainable regulatory compliance and long-term value creation across Rabobank. Together we achieve more than alone We believe in the power of differences. By combining diverse perspectives and talents, we become a stronger bank. We are therefore curious about what you will add to our Chapter Global Data Management team. The professionals within Chapter Global Data Management strengthen data quality, simplify the data policy landscape, and support the safe, efficient, and scalable adoption of artificial intelligence. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, as one data-minded team within Rabobank. Work on yourself and the world around you At Rabobank, you work on yourself and the world around you at the same time. You will experience this through your personal development opportunities, our hybrid way of working, and a healthy balance between work and private life. At the same time, you contribute to banking services for private and business clients, while helping address important societal challenges such as the food and energy transitions. You & your talent • A completed Master's degree. • At least 5 years of experience as a senior program manager or roadmap manager at executive level. • At least 10 years of experience in data management within the financial services industry. • Experience managing complex stakeholder environments using program management tooling and reporting software. • Strong consultancy, communication, and storytelling skills. • Resilient, results-oriented, and effective in politically sensitive, high-profile environments.

Core Responsibilities

Coordinate bank-wide data management initiatives, milestones, risks, and dependencies, ensuring delivery aligns with regulatory expectations and strategic priorities. Support senior leaders with progress reporting and decision-making materials, align stakeholders across domains, and remove impediments to achieve measurable outcomes.

Requirements

A completed master's degree, at least five years of senior program or roadmap management experience at executive level, and at least ten years of data management experience in financial services are required. Candidates should have experience managing complex stakeholder environments and be strong in consultancy, communication, and storytelling, with resilience and results orientation in politically sensitive settings.