Head of Analytics

At MOTORS, we’re fearlessly committed to helping car buyers and dealers save time, money, and energy. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo, give it your all, and come out smiling, you’ll fit right in. You can expect a fast pace, plenty of support, and a commitment to work flexibility. Are you ready?

**Reports To**: CEO

**Contract Type**:Permanent

**Location**: Richmond UK, Hybrid

**About the role**:
We are looking for a** Head of Analytics **to join us This new role will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our marketplace by leading a high-performing analytics team. This role involves overseeing the governance, collection, analysis, and interpretation of vast amounts of data to generate actionable insights that inform key business decisions, such as enhancing user experiences, optimizing marketing efforts, and improving commercial performance. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of Analytics will develop and execute a robust data strategy that enables the business to scale effectively, drives revenue growth, and fosters a data-driven culture.

**What will you be doing**:
**Leadership & Collaboration**:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse analytics team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Product, Marketing, Engineering, and Operations) to deliver business insights.

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**Data Strategy & Insights**:

- Define and execute a company-wide data strategy aligned with business goals.
- Provide actionable insights through KPIs, predictive modeling, and advanced analytics to address key challenges.

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**Product & Financial Optimisation**:

- Analyse user trends, A/B testing, and feature adoption to improve user experience.
- Partner with Finance and Commercial teams to optimise revenue streams, efficiency, and profitability.

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**Tools & Innovation**:

- Oversee the implementation of advanced analytics, machine learning, and BI tools.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, evaluating technologies to enhance data infrastructure.

**What You’ll Bring**:

- 7+ years in analytics, including 3+ years in leadership roles within marketplaces or e-commerce.
- Expertise in SQL, Python, R, and BI tools like LookerStudio or Power BI.
- Experience with cloud-based platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, or Snowflake) and machine learning.
- Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive measurable business impact.

This role is perfect for a strategic thinker with a passion for data-driven innovation and leadership.

**Key Business Value**

**Innovate with Purpose**: Continuous curiosity and disruption will be key to empowering us to be stronger through data and insights and how we strategize Motors forward being data-informed.

**Perks & Benefits**:
**Financial reward**
- Competitive Pay
- Discretionary Bonus
- Pension Scheme (up to 9% Employer Contribution)
- Employee recognition scheme with great financial prizes ££

**Work-life balance **️
- 25 days holiday per year growing with length of service
- Hybrid and UK Remote working _depending on the role_
- Generous Family Friendly Leave
- Free counseling and support (for when you might need it)

**Health & Insurance**
- Private Healthcare Insurance
- Private Dental insurance cover & Cashback.
- Online private GP service.
- Generous sick pay support
- Life assurance policy (x4 Life Assurance)

**Other**
- Social & Inclusion Calendar - packed with events.
- Free food and beverage in our office locations

**Diversity & Inclusion at MOTORS**

Here at MOTORS, we are on a mission to create a culture where all our teams are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas with equal opportunities for growth and career development. We know that a diverse and inclusive team drives creativity and makes both our brands stronger. That’s why we’re committed to discovering new talent and employing people who reflect the nature of the society around us so that when you join MOTORS you can be you