Director, Data Acquisition

Director, Data Acquisition

Job Description

Posting

Start Date:

2/18/26

Requisition

Recruiting Locations:
Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Nevada, Boston, MA. Candidates based in Santiago, Chile allowed.

If you are applying from Chile, please include an English-language resume with your application.

This role will lead the data acquisition operations for the Resource Data Management (RDM) business, driving innovation through automation and AI while ensuring exceptional service delivery. This role, situated in Operations, will be integral in setting the data acquisition strategy for the business, direct the data acquisition teams and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes, improve data quality, and support RDM's broader strategic objectives.

• Play an integral role in defining and executing the electronic data acquisition strategy for the business, driving the transition from manual to automated, system-driven data ingestion models. Continuously improve data acquisition processes and technologies with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and the use of AI, OCR, APIs, EDI, and other automation tools where applicable.
• Partner closely with Product, Data, Innovation (PDI), and Digital teams to prioritize and deliver a technology-forward roadmap that advances electronic data acquisition, reduces manual touchpoints, and improves end-to-end data flow and reliability.
• Lead the transformation of operational systems, workflows, and governance to support RDM's strategic objectives, with a strong emphasis on business process automation, digital reporting, and scalable operating models.
• Provide leadership oversight for data acquisition teams across electronic ingestion and residual manual operations, setting clear performance expectations while actively reducing dependency on manual data entry and mail-based processes over time.
• Mentor and develop managers with a focus on change leadership, building capability in automation adoption, data quality management, and modern data operations practices.
• Contribute to RDM-specific business continuity and disaster recovery planning, with an emphasis on system resilience, redundancy, and automation-enabled recovery within the enterprise risk management framework.
• Collaborate with offshore operations leaders to ensure global data acquisition activities are optimized for digital-first execution, with consistent quality standards, automation adoption, and performance management across regions.
• Work with business SMEs to conduct data quality audits, define and monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement in electronically sourced data accuracy, timeliness, and reliability.
• Act as a key liaison between Client Management, Sales, Product, and Operations to translate evolving client requirements into scalable electronic data acquisition solutions, minimizing custom manual workarounds.

• Education/ Certifications/
  
  Experience:
  
  
  • Bachelor's Degree required in one of the following fields:
    Operations, Business, Technology or a related field.
  • Master's Degree preferred in one of the following fields:
    Operations, Business, Technology or a related field.
  • 7+ years relevant experience with data acquisition, data management, or operations within financial services, data processing, or a related industry.
  • 3+ years of senior leadership experience leading large teams; experience leading global teams is preferred.
  • Demonstrated success collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product, Digital) on strategic initiatives.
  • Proven experience setting data acquisition strategy for the company, driving operational efficiency and implementing automation or AI.
• Competencies / Skills / Abilities:
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite of products.
  • Familiarity with systems;
    Salesforce, ADP, and other internal transversal process systems.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to drive data-driven decision-making.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience leading operational teams responsible for data processing.
  • Deep understanding of regulatory compliance in financial data acquisition (e.g., SEC, FINRA, GDPR).
  • Proven track record in managing both manual data entry teams and automated data acquisition processes.
  • Knowledge of cloud-based data solutions, ETL pipelines, APIs, and OCR technologies.
• Other:
  • Passion to drive Engie Impact's mission and values.

• A majority of our employees work remotely or in hybrid roles and we have locations across the country and around the globe.
• This role is expected to travel 10% of the time.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Paid Time Off including Wellness Day and Community Service Day
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Bonus
• Workplace Flexibility

The target pay range for this position is $128,000- $182,000.

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