Head of Data

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom WSET Full time

WSETs purpose is to empower people throughinspiring learning experiences all over the world. We offer acomprehensive suite of globally recognised qualifications coveringwines spirits beer and sake.

We are the worldsleading provider of qualifications in wines spirits beer and sakedelivering over 140000 exams each year to candidates in over 70countries via our network of Approved Programme Providers(APPs).

The successful applicant will contributeto a culture of integrity empowerment dynamism and inclusivitywithin WSET.

Any offer of employment or yourongoing employment is conditional upon the successful completion ofa thorough background check by an independent third party. NB Ifyou currently work for one of WSETs APPs you may not be eligible toapply for this role subject to your future career plans and thenature of that role. If you work for an APP either in aselfemployed or employed capacity and would like to discuss youreligibility please contact the hiringmanager.

WSETis in the developmental and implementation stages of an excitingorganisationwide digital transformation Programme. The newlycreated role of Head of Data will be aleader in Data Transformation playing a pivotal role in shaping thefuture of the WSET through strategic use ofdata.

OverallResponsibility

Workingcrossfunctionally you will:

  • Developand own a comprehensive Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI)strategic plan to transform data into actionable business insightsand tooptimise our core datainfrastructure.
  • Ensure alignment with thestrategic goals of our transformational programme and organisationstrategic plans.
  • Collaborate with colleagues toidentify and implement AI innovative technologies and methodologieswhich will elevate our data capabilities andenhance overallbusiness intelligence.
  • Shape how we grow andevolve the use of our data to improve outcomes and driveinnovation.
  • Embed a datadriven organisationalculture.
  • Enable selfservice analytics to ensurethat data is accessible and understandable and to enable real timedecisionmaking and improved outcomes.
  • Lead ondata governance working closely with key business areas to build anew crossorganisational board to oversee how data and insight isdeveloped and utilised.
  • Move the organisationaway from a fullycentralised approach to business intelligence andanalytics by building new data skills capabilities and communitieswhilstfostering a culture of continuous learning andinnovation.
  • Work closelywith the Data Protection Officer (DPO) to ensure adherence to bothdata protection regulation and agreed principles (and evidencethis).
  • Contributeto the Trust by undertaking other various tasks asrequired.


PersonSpecification:

A degree in computer science data engineering or a related industryexperience.

A strong background in dataanalytics data modelling and data visualisation likely from abackground in data architecture and /or data engineering.

Excellent communication and interpersonalskills with the ability to bring data facts alive for nondatacentric stakeholders engage and motivate team members andstakeholders.

Curious with an insatiable driveto adapt the use of data and AI showcasing a trajectory ofcontinuous learning looking for more value in our data andembracing innovation.

Ability to demonstratenot just data acumen but strategic foresight andto understand anddemonstrate how data supports and enhances an organisationsobjective.

Understanding of data protectionregulation(GDPR)

Essential/Desirablecriteria:

Experienceof building/growing an analytical function. Awareness of thechallenge in launching a new function and embedding it intoorganisational ways of working.

Experience ofestablishing and enforcing data governance principles to ensuredata quality accuracy and consistency.

Abilityto identify and capitalise on business intelligence and datadrivenopportunities which can lead to creating new revenue streams andenhancing business growth.

Working knowledge oftechnologies such as Dynamics 365 PowerBi Snowflake or equivalentDatabase design SQL Server PowerApps dataflows and solutionmanagement.

Demonstrable experience andunderstanding of existing and emerging and deployment use andgovernance of analytical machine learning and AItechnologies.

Definitions:

Fullyremote Can be performed entirely remotely from anylocation.

Hybrid remotePerformed as a mixture of inoffice and remotework.

Temporarily remotePerformed in a single location such as an office orat a job site but which is temporarily remote during specialcircumstances).

UKBenefits

Annual Leave 27days pa public holidays increases with service; ability to buy/sell5 days

Pension (options availableafter threemonths):

5% Employee (EE) 3% Employer (ER)contributions.

Option 1: 3% EE 5%ER

Option 2: 5% EE 8% ER

Option3: 7.5% EE 12.5% ER

Option 4: 9% EE 15%ER

Health insurance (after threemonths):

Vitality scheme post probation Access tovirtual GP appointments Rewards include Caffe Nero drinks CinemaTickets Apple Watch Cash Back on Waitrose shopping 75% off atChampneys 6 month subscription with HeadSpace Discounted WeightWatchers membership and gyms Smoking Cessation day worth 300 andhalf price health screens

Eye voucherscheme

Food and drink in theoffice

Nespresso coffee makers and a range ofother drinks fruit cereals soups

Season ticket& gym membership loan scheme

Group incomeprotection scheme

EAP

24/7confidential help and support from trained counsellors andadvisors

Death in service

4xannual salary paid to nominees with associated bereavement supportfor family

Enhanced family friendly leave andpay

Celebrationvouchers

Cycle2Workscheme

Discretionarybonus

Development WSETs inhouse training andqualifications in Wines Spirits Sake and Beer as well as otherprofessional developmentopportunities


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