Cayleigh O’Dwyer is Senior Manager for Data & AI Culture and Strategy at Lloyds Banking Group, where she plays a central role in advancing data maturity across a complex, regulated enterprise. With a career that began in highly technical data science roles, she has evolved into a strategic leader focused on embedding sustainable data and AI capability at scale.
Early in her career, Cayleigh built deep expertise in data science and was recognised as one of the UK’s top 50 data scientists. This technical foundation continues to inform her approach, but her remit has since broadened significantly. At Lloyds Banking Group, she operates across data culture, management, risk, AI and analytics, helping to shape the frameworks, tooling and capability required to support enterprise-wide transformation.
Her work combines design thinking with practical execution, ensuring that data strategy is not only well-articulated but embedded into day-to-day decision-making. She has led initiatives spanning tooling and capability within the Chief Data Office, aligning technical infrastructure with behavioural and cultural change.
Prior to Lloyds, Cayleigh served as Head of Reporting and Insight at Target Group, where she was responsible for building and leading insight functions to support business performance.
Known for her ability to translate complex data challenges into structured transformation plans, Cayleigh is regarded as a trusted leader in driving measurable improvements in data maturity. Her career reflects consistent progression and impact, underpinned by both technical credibility and strategic influence.
During her time at Lloyd’s Banking Group, the team won the 2025 DataIQ Award for Best Responsible AI Programme or Initiative.