Director of Data and AI

2 weeks ago

Bury, Borough of Bury, United Kingdom JD Group Full time

Job Summary:

The Director of Data and AI will play a pivotal role in executing the Technology strategy at JD Group, working closely with the technology leadership team. Key responsibilities include developing and executing data and AI strategies, integrating recent acquisitions, and long-term development of technology capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and Implement Data Strategy: Formulate and implement a Group-led data strategy that supports business goals, enables governance and reporting, and provides a blueprint to regional technology teams.
  • Migration, Standardization, and Integration: Oversee the migration to a unified cloud data provider and BI tool. Develop standardized processes for franchise operations and ensure seamless integration of acquired entities.
  • Build Unified Tech-Data Team: Develop a target operating model recommendation, execution plan to target state, and continuous development of the data and AI talent within the team.
  • Business Partner: Work closely with commercial data leads in the business to understand internal customer requirements and unlock Tech data strategy.
  • Foster Business-Led Way of Working: Drive a business-led mindset in data product development, ensuring solutions are aligned with business needs and contribute to strategic objectives.
  • Data and AI Innovation and Transformation: Lead data and AI transformation initiatives, driving innovation through the adoption and integration of AI. Enhance data literacy and data-driven decision making across the business.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing data and AI team. Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, and ensure the team has the necessary skills and capabilities to execute the strategy.
  • Data Governance: Establish and maintain robust data governance frameworks to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Budget Management: Develop and manage the annual budget for the data and AI function. Allocate resources effectively to support strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

Requirements:

  • 15+ years of business experience, ideally in business management, legal, financial, or information or IT management — recently at or near the Director level. Broad business experience internally and within the vertical industry is desired.
  • 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in leading cross-functional teams, multidisciplinary environments, and enterprise-wide data analytics and AI programs operating and influencing effectively across the organization and within complex contexts.
  • Experience in integrating complex cross-corporate processes and information strategies and/or designing strategic metrics and scorecards. Strategy and management consulting experience is desirable.

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