Head of Data

1 week ago

Cardiff, United Kingdom Michael Page Technology Full time
Job Description

Leading Transportation organisation are seeking to hire a Head of Data & Engineering in this newly created role. You will lead a team of developers and analysts to provide a robust data platform on their journey to self-serve information, providing insight and analysis with the sole purpose of providing excellent service to customers. Outside of Data Engineering you will fulfil a broad remit across Data Architecture, Security and Data Quality Management.

Client Details

Leading Transportation organisation

Description

Leading Transportation organisation are seeking to hire a Head of Data & Engineering in this newly created role. You will lead a team of developers and analysts to provide a robust data platform on their journey to self-serve information, providing insight and analysis with the sole purpose of providing excellent service to customers. Outside of Data Engineering you will fulfil a broad remit across Data Architecture, Data Security and Data Quality Management.

Dimensions of the role:

  • Deliver a wide range of projects with internal and external suppliers and have autonomy over an annual budget of £1M - £2M.
  • Projects will typically consist of contributing to 3-7 smaller projects and 1-2 larger projects.
  • Manage a team of 3 staff with the scope to hire additional headcount in 2025.
  • Strategy & Planning, typically annually and up to 3 years in advance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the Data Engineering team, by providing strategic direction, and fostering a high-performing and collaborative working environment to ensure alignment with business goals, foster innovation and enhance productivity.
  • Develop and implement a robust data engineering strategy that aligns with the IT and Digital Services Strategy and Data Strategy by providing alignment with business objectives, engagement with key stakeholders, assessment of the current data landscape, defining clear objectives, and developing a data governance framework.
  • Overseeing the development, implementation and management of a robust data platform ecosystem to leverage the power of data and AI initiatives.
  • Support ETL common data structure and Business Intelligence architectures.
  • Champion the adoption of data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
  • Lead on the build of a data community through the creation of cross functional working.
  • Foster a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Lead the development and execution of a data governance framework.
  • Oversee the implementation and integration of big data technologies and tools.
  • Lead on performance improvements by collaborating with IT and Digital Services Team senior team.

Profile

Key Skills and Experience:

  • Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Significant experience of developing and delivering data strategies.
  • Demonstrable experience in leading and managing data platform development and operations within a large organisation.
  • In-depth knowledge of data platform technologies, including Azure data warehouses, data lakes, and data governance tools.
  • Knowledge of optimising data pipelines, pipeline architectures and integrated datasets.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of working with and understanding data architecture principles and best practice.
  • Experience of procuring and implementing cloud-based data management solutions.
  • Experience of implementing data security and compliance frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience of leading a team and providing solutions to data challenges.
  • Experience with Scripting languages (eg, Python, SQL).

Job Offer

Opportunity to work on a major Data Transformation Programme.

Opportunity to drive Data Strategy, Platforms and Growth.

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