SVP Commercial Data, Insights – Strategy

Simmons Bank

SVP Data, Insights & Analytics responsible for data-driven strategy and partnership with Commercial leadership. Leading actionable recommendations and insights in Commercial Banking with a focus on growth.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeLittle Rock • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure strategy is grounded in rigorous, objective data and translated into clear, actionable decisions
Serve as a strategic partner to Commercial executive leadership
Own the end-to-end process of turning market, customer, and portfolio intelligence into prioritized actions
Frame critical business questions as structured decision problems
Lead development of actionable recommendations across key topics such as market selection and expansion
Deliver actionable insights on customer needs, behaviors, and profitability drivers
Analyze portfolio performance to identify true drivers of growth and profitability
Support strategic planning, budgeting, and capital allocation with data-backed trade-off analysis
Establish a consistent leadership cadence linking strategy decision-making and performance tracking

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in strategy, analytics, consulting, or financial services, with significant leadership experience
Proven track record of translating data and analysis into business decisions and measurable outcomes
Deep expertise in Commercial Banking, including portfolio dynamics, client segmentation, and growth strategy (preferred)
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment
Exceptional problem structuring, critical thinking, and communication skills
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and operating in complex organizational environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Wellness programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisstrategic planningbudgetingcapital allocationportfolio performance analysismarket selectioncustomer intelligenceprofitability analysisdecision-makingtrade-off analysis

Soft Skills

leadershipexecutive presenceinfluencecommunicationproblem structuringcritical thinkingcross-functional leadershipalignment drivingorganizational navigationactionable recommendations