Director of Data

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment
London, United Kingdom
6 days ago
£150,000 – £165,000 pa

Salary

£150,000 – £165,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Director
Education
Degree
Visa Sponsorship
Available
Posted
15 Jul 2026 (6 days ago)

Benefits

25 days holiday Pension scheme Private healthcare Remote working allowance

SENIOR DIRECTOR, DATA & ANALYTICS

LONDON/HYBRID

UP TO £165,000

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to define and deliver a data, analytics and AI strategy within a complex, global environment. You will play a central role in shaping how data is used to drive commercial decision making, operational performance and digital transformation, with full ownership of a scaling function.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Director of Data & Analytics will:

  • Define and execute the enterprise data, analytics and AI strategy, aligned to business priorities
  • Lead a multi-disciplinary team across analytics, data science and data engineering
  • Drive adoption of analytics and embed data-led decision making across senior stakeholders
  • Establish data governance frameworks to improve quality, ownership and consistency
  • Identify and deliver high-value AI and machine learning use cases
  • Oversee the development of scalable data platforms and modern architecture
  • Partner cross-functionally within a complex matrix environment to deliver strategic initiatives
  • Translate data into actionable insight to support commercial and operational outcomes

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

  • Strong leadership experience across data, analytics and AI functions
  • Proven ability to operate effectively within complex, matrix organisations
  • Experience leading multiple teams across analytics, business intelligence and data science
  • Strong commercial mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Demonstrated delivery of data-driven transformation and organisational change
  • Experience building data governance frameworks and improving data quality
  • Deep understanding of AI, machine learning and advanced analytics applications
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

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