Overview
Data Team Lead (Hands off) | Bristol, Hybrid | £60,000-£70,000
Peaple Talent have partnered with a fantastic client on an exclusive basis to help them find a Data Team Lead to join their growing team in Bristol.
This is a hands‑off leadership role where you’ll focus on enabling and supporting a multidisciplinary data function rather than being stuck in the technical weeds.
You’ll be managing a talented team of Data Scientists, Data Engineers and Data Strategists, reporting directly into the directors, helping to drive improvements across the wider business.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys people leadership, strategic thinking and improving how data teams operate, without needing to stay deeply hands‑on technically.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading and developing a high‑performing data team
* Optimising internal processes across the data function
* Working closely with senior leadership to shape data strategy
What We’re Looking For
* Experience mentoring, coaching, and developing data team members
* Strategic background providing expertise to make company‑wide decisions and optimise process
* Knowledge of Data experience, ideally in Data Science or Analytics
* Capable of leading the integration of data into client projects and business outcomes, building long‑term partnerships.
Location
Bristol (hybrid, ideally 1 day per week onsite)
Salary
£60,000 – £70,000
Benefits
* 29 days holiday + UK bank holidays
* Private health insurance
* Enhanced company pension contributions
* Sabbatical option after 12 months’ continuous service
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