Chief Data Analytics Officer

About Energy Exemplar In an era where the world is rapidly advancing towards a cleaner future through decarbonization, Energy Exemplar’s mission lies in ‘Empowering Transformative Energy Decisions’. Founded in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, our award-winning software portfolio encompassing the modeling and simulation platform PLEXOS®, Aurora, and Adapt2, is trusted by innovative organizations across the globe. Energy Exemplar is growing fast around 30% year on year and, that growth is driven by how we work. We trust our team to deliver great results from wherever they work best, whether that’s at home, in the office, or on the move.
We’re a global team that values ownership, integrity, and innovation. The Director of Data – EMEA will lead a regional team of data and modelling professionals responsible for developing and enhancing Energy Exemplar’s European datasets across electricity, gas, hydrogen, and emerging energy markets.
Reporting to the VP of Data and Insights , this role combines strategic leadership with deep technical understanding to ensure the delivery of accurate, high-quality, and simulation-ready datasets within PLEXOS, aligned with customer needs and evolving market dynamics.
The Director will drive cross-functional collaboration with product, insights, and go-to-market teams to align data initiatives with strategic business objectives and global standards. They will provide visionary leadership, fostering a high-performance culture that promotes innovation, accountability, and professional growth.
This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring Energy Exemplar’s data assets remain reliable, consistent, and future-focused, supporting informed decision-making across the energy sector.
Lead, mentor, and develop a regional team of data specialists, analysts, and subject matter experts across electricity, gas, and emerging energy markets.
Define and execute the regional data strategy, ensuring alignment with global objectives and long-term business priorities.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on excellence and professional development.
Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies, including AI/ML approaches, to enhance data efficiency and analytical capability.
Data Development & Quality Assurance
Guide the development and enhancement of gas, electricity, and hydrogen models, incorporating emerging technologies and decarbonisation trends.
Ensure robust data validation and quality control processes are in place, maintaining high standards of integrity and reliability.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to understand use cases, client requirements, and evolving data needs.
Deliver clear and strategic data product roadmaps that support customer modelling and forecasting requirements.
Collaborate with business development teams to provide data expertise for customer demonstrations, proposals, and webinars.
Represent Energy Exemplar at industry events and forums, contributing to thought leadership in energy data and modelling excellence.
Contribute to the formulation and execution of the global data strategy, ensuring regional initiatives are aligned with company-wide goals.
Stay informed of market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies impacting energy data and modelling.
6+ years Proven experience as a people manager of Direct Reports leading data, modelling, or analytics teams within the energy or technology sector.
~ Strong understanding of European energy markets, including electricity, gas, and emerging hydrogen sectors.
~ Experience in European short- and medium-term energy trading markets.
~ Degree in Engineering, Economics, Energy Systems, or related field; postgraduate qualification preferred.

Opportunity to shape and lead the data strategy for a market-leading energy software company.
Collaborative, innovative culture with strong investment in professional development and growth.
Work on projects that directly contribute to the global energy transition.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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