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Head of Data

Head of Data (JOB-022025-271227) London, England


Job Role: Head of Data 

Employment Type: Contract - Outside IR35 (Day Rate DOE) 

Location: South-East, London UK (Hybrid)

About the Role

We are looking for an expereiced Head of Data to support one of our key Financial Services clients. This role is a key leadership position, responsible for shaping and delivering a unified data and business intelligence strategy. You’ll be driving efficiency, improving reporting capabilities, and ensuring data-driven insights support strategic decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Data Strategy & Solutions

  • Develop and implement a roadmap to enhance data and business intelligence capabilities.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data gaps and create effective solutions.
  • Oversee the integration of data sources to provide a consolidated view of customers and business performance.
  • Ensure best practices are followed, drawing on global expertise where relevant.
  • Lead and mentor a team, fostering development and knowledge sharing.

Business Intelligence & Reporting

  • Establish and maintain a consistent framework for management information (MI) and business intelligence (BI) reporting.
  • Improve self-service reporting tools to enhance efficiency across teams.
  • Deliver insights that support strategic decision-making and market differentiation.
  • Work closely with regional data and analytics teams to align with best practices.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Strong technical background, including proficiency in data analysis tools.
  • Experience in developing and executing data strategies.
  • Commercial and strategic mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Experience in the UK insurance or financial services sector preferred.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights effectively.

 

Please apply directly for more information. 

*This is NOT a remote position - please only apply if you are comfortable working on a hybrid basis. 

 


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