We are seeking a Director to lead the NFL’s international data management program. In this strategic leadership role, you will partner with both the League & Clubs to deliver scalable, high-quality data services to develop and implement a centralized data management strategy for the NFL’s international enterprise initiative. You will be responsible for leading a team that collaborates across the organization to shape and drive the data management roadmap and ensure best-in-class data practices.
The Director will be a seasoned data leader with a proven ability to translate complex data challenges into strategic solutions that drive measurable business impact and exceptional leadership skills. You thrive in a dynamic environments, balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution, and you excel at building trust with stakeholders at all levels. Above all, you are passionate about leveraging data to create value, improve customer engagement, and shape the future of enterprise data capabilities.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the vision for the international data services that enhance customer engagement and operational excellence. Responsible for setting priorities, establishing requirements and coordinating the program from a cross departmental perspective.
- Team Management: Manage the international Data Product Owner team and oversee cross department coordination including weekly program status.
- Customer Partnership: Build strong relationships with client stakeholders, leveraging data tools and capabilities to deliver superior service and measurable outcomes. Act as the day-to-day interface with the clients regarding the program scope and deliverables.
- Data Product Architecture: Directs the data and consent modernization efforts. Provide hands-on leadership in design sessions, driving decisions that balance short-term deliverables with long-term scalability.
- Culture & Talent Development: Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Attract, develop, and retain top talent to build a world-class data services team.
- Operational Excellence: Advocate for best practices in data governance, quality, and compliance. Ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and repeatable.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years in data strategy, product ownership, or technical leadership roles.
- 7+ years leading enterprise-scale data initiatives, including cloud data platforms, data lakes, and governance frameworks.
- Significant experience in managing end to end data solutions (strategy, management, technology & governance) both in the U.S. and globally.
- Proven experience in data services support and customer engagement.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior executives, collaborate with technical teams, and inspire your own team to deliver excellence.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree or higher in statistics, data science, computer science, or other data related fields
Travel:
Limited Travel, international & domestic
Terms /Expected Hours of Work:
NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week. Indicate whether the role will require overtime (time worked more than 40 hours) and/or weekends. Note* If your position will work under 30 hours per week, they should be part-time. FLSA** If an employee will be paid hourly, they will be non-exempt, and if they are paid a salary, they are exempt.
Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
Benefits Information
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At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
WHO WE ARE:
NFL Core Values:
- Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
- Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
- Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
- Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.
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- Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
- Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
- Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
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- Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
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WHO YOU ARE:
Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:
- Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
- Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
- Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
- Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset
