Data Strategy Leader

4 days ago


St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Oaklands College Full time

Director of MIS & Exams

Full Time/ Permanent

£77,000 - £85,000 per annum

Based at our St.Albans campus with travel between various locations

Job Overview

Oaklands College is seeking a highly skilled Data Strategy Leader to join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting the College's vision and mission.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior professional to lead, manage and develop the Management Information and Exams teams to ensure accurate data returns to funding bodies, secure appropriate funding and meet audit requirements.

The successful candidate will oversee access to comprehensive, reliable and up-to-date information and high-quality reporting facilities.

They will also spearhead compliance monitoring and intervention, with a specific focus on data protection.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Management Information and Exams teams to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Develop and implement effective data strategies to support the College's vision and mission.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of data systems and processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Spearhead compliance monitoring and intervention, with a specific focus on data protection.
  • Active participation in the broader management team and contributing to the strategic development of the College.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Excellent leadership and management skills.
  • High level of IT literacy, including experience of areas such as design and implementation of data strategies.
  • Experience working as a senior MIS or data manager within an FE environment.
  • Experience in leading and developing high performing teams.

We Offer

A competitive salary of £77,000 - £85,000 per annum.

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through membership and coaching.

Free onsite parking.

Subsidised onsite restaurant.

A cycle scheme and discounted gym membership.

Opportunities for flexible working.

Staff awards - Recognition of positive contributions and celebration events.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Discounts on OASIS Beauty treatments at WGC Campus.

UNO Bus scheme - Discount fares on all UNO routes within Hertfordshire.



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