Head of Data Quality, Dublin

Location/Office Policy:  Central Park, Hybrid (2 days a week in the office, moving to 3 days in office from Jan 2026) 

About the Role

As Head of Data Quality at AIB, you will define and lead the enterprise-wide data quality strategy, roadmap, and operating model to ensure data is trusted, fit for purpose, and effectively governed across the organisation. You will build and manage a high-performing team of data quality professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

In this strategic leadership role, you will drive the adoption of scalable and sustainable data quality tools and automation, enabling proactive issue detection and resolution. You will collaborate closely with business and technology leaders to embed data quality practices throughout the data lifecycle, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and regulatory requirements.

You will be responsible for establishing and monitoring enterprise data quality KPIs and reporting frameworks, providing transparency and actionable insights to stakeholders. As a champion for data quality awareness, you will lead initiatives to elevate data literacy and accountability across AIB.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the enterprise data quality strategy, roadmap, and operating model.
• Build and manage a high-performing team of data quality professionals.
• Advance the use of data quality tools and automation to deliver scalable, sustainable solutions.
• Partner with business and technology leaders to embed data quality practices across the data lifecycle.
• Establish and monitor enterprise data quality KPIs and reporting frameworks.
• Champion data quality awareness across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including BCBS239, Data Protection, and EGIM.
• Represent AIB in external and regulatory engagements on data quality matters.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience in data quality, governance, and management is essential, along with substantial leadership experience in driving strategic data initiatives.
• Proven track record of building and scaling data quality capabilities in complex, regulated environments.
• Deep understanding of data quality frameworks, tooling, and industry best practices.
• Experience with modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and data governance tools.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities at senior levels.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and data risk management.

Why Work for AIB:

We are committed to offering our colleagues choice and flexibility in how we work and live and our hybrid working model enables our people to balance their time between working from home and their designated office, subject to their role, the needs of our customers and business requirements.

Some of our benefits include;

• Market leading Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Scheme
• Variable Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family leave options
• Two volunteer days per year

Please click here for further information about AIB’s PACT – Our Commitment to You.

Key Capabilities

• Vision and Purpose Led
• Enterprise Leadership
• Instils Trust
• Technical Leadership
• Business Partnership and Consulting
• KPI Development and Management

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact the Recruiter for this role, Emma, at careers@aib.ie  for a conversation.

AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at careers@aib.ie

Disclaimer:

Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.  

Application deadline : 23/10/2025