(US and Canada) Global law firm Sidley Austin has announced Jane Rheem as the firm’s Chief Data and AI Officer. Across her 25-year career, she has led the data analytics and data science functions at multiple organizations.

Most recently, Rheem was Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Zurich North America. She was recognized as the No. 2 most influential person in data analytics in the 2024 dataIQ 100. Throughout her career, she has built high-performing teams and led strategic initiatives to implement the most leading edge technologies.

At Sidley, Rheem will lead the strategic alignment and execution of advanced technology including data, analytics, and artificial intelligence. She will work closely with senior business professionals and Sidley’s AI Council to launch Sidley’s Data Strategy 2025. Building on the progress the firm has already made in data organization efforts; this transformation initiative is designed to advance the firm’s data strategy and operations to effectively capitalize on new AI and other technology developments.

“We continue to make significant investments in our technology infrastructure and generative AI to enhance Sidley’s Built to Win SM client service model. Jane’s success in the management and development of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities will help us continue to deliver best-in-class offerings,” said Yvette Ostolaza, Sidley’s Management Committee Chair and an Executive Committee member. “I am looking forward to working with Jane to pair data analytics tools with our scale and depth across practices and industries in helping our clients achieve success.”

Jane Rheem holds a position on the CDO Magazine Global Editorial Board, showcasing her contributions to the field of data.