Overview
of group-wide analytics and reporting capabilities. This role is responsible for the deployment and evolution of group-wide reporting, analytics, and AI capabilities that support the "one RES" strategy and a transition away from fragmented reporting and data practices across business units. This role is critical to unifying those efforts into a single, customer-oriented function that enables the organisation to make better decisions through timely, trusted insights. The Group Analytics and Reporting Director will focus on driving business value from data-ensuring that AI & analytics solutions are aligned to long-term strategic priorities and operational needs. The role includes line management of the existing data management capability and acts as a bridge between the technical delivery of the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) and the generation of meaningful business insights and outcomes. It also supports the development of a community of practice and promotes consistent, scalable reporting across the group.
Accountabilities / Responsibilities
* Lead the group-wide reporting and analytics strategy.
* Design and deliver scalable reporting solutions that enable timely, trusted insights across the organisation, with a strong focus on business value and customer orientation.
* Manage and develop the analytics and reporting team; provide leadership and line management to BI analysts and data professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting career development.
* Collaborate with business units to define KPIs and reporting needs.
* Partner with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable dashboards and analytics that support strategic and operational decision-making.
* Oversee the data management capability; line manage the Data Engineering Manager and ensure the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) is effectively leveraged to deliver meaningful business outcomes, long-term scalability and technical fit.
* Apply advanced analytics and AI techniques; champion the use of machine learning, predictive modelling, and AI-driven insights to enhance forecasting, scenario planning, and decision support.
* Promote consistency and governance in reporting; support the implementation of data governance principles to ensure reporting accuracy, consistency, and trust across the organisation; establish and oversee data governance and promote ownership of data domains, steward roles, and reporting standards.
* Build and lead a community of practice; establish and nurture a cross-functional community focused on reporting, data, and analytics to drive adoption, literacy, and continuous improvement.
* Engage with global IT and business stakeholders; collaborate across time zones and geographies, occasionally attending meetings outside core business hours to ensure alignment and responsiveness to global needs.
* Demonstrate reliability and professionalism; attend work regularly and punctually, comply with the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures; oversee and participate as an escalation point in an IT on-call rotation; participate in IT risk evaluation and compliance management processes.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
* Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of how data drives strategic and operational decision-making.
* Applied expertise in group reporting and analytics tools, particularly Power BI, with a focus on usability and impact.
* Expert ability gathering, influencing, and co-creating requirements and roadmaps for group-class reporting capabilities with a diverse set of stakeholders.
* Strong risk management skills identifying and mitigating risks associated with data analytics and reporting projects and systems.
* Working knowledge of data management practices, including governance, stewardship, and data warehousing.
* Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and predictive modelling techniques, and how they can be applied to enhance business insight.
* Strong leadership capability with a proven track record of successful team development and working effectively across all organisational levels.
* Proven track record of innovation, both in internal problem solving and in fostering innovative uses of technology within the organisation.
* Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain technology solutions in business terms, establish rapport and persuade others.
* Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery, ensuring long-term value while meeting immediate business needs.
* Experience navigating complex organisational structures and influencing change across siloed environments.
* Comfort with ambiguity and evolving priorities, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* Strong understanding of data ethics, privacy, and compliance considerations in group analytics.
* Ability to engage and collaborate with global stakeholders across time zones, adapting communication and working styles as needed.
* Professional fluency in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly in both languages.
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