Head of Data & Analytics (reporting to CIO) required to lead an established Analytics function.
We are looking for an experienced Data and AI leader who can help accelerate a data-driven culture and spearhead the responsible adoption of approved Large Language Models (LLMs) across the organization. This is a highly influential role requiring strategic partnership with leaders across this FTSE250 company to drive digital transformation through data and AI innovation.
This role is based in Newcastle and there is a requirement to be in the office at least 2 days a week.
Key Responsibilities
* Platform Ownership and Development
* AI Strategy & Implementation
* Platform Delivery
* Platform Development
* Platform Governance
* Leadership
Essential Experience & Skills required:
* At least five years experience of Team Management in a Data analytics environment
* Six or more years of relevant experience in a business analyst, data analyst, or statistical analysis role
* Experience with SQL scripting, data warehousing, statistical analysis tools, Microsoft Excel, and data visualization tools such as Tableau and Amazon QuickSight; experience extracting and processing data using SQL and Excel
* Educated to degree level or equivalent in Statistics, Computer Science or Mathematics
* Proven experience of successfully managing a data analytics function
* Track record of successfully translating advanced analytics capabilities into measurable business outcomes
* Demonstrated ability to communicate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders
* Experience with the Azure data platform.
* Data Architecting to create Entity, Logical, Physical Data Models
* Data Dictionary (Common Business Language)– for ultimate use in new systems design
* Experience in scripting languages (Python) for parsing and data analysis
* Experience with one or more of the statistical modelling languages/ toolboxes (R, SAS)
* Data Mapping & Migration, tools & techniques, ETL and Normalisation
* Data Cleanse/Quality- Base lining, measurement, and improvement
* Experience scaling and optimizing mature data platforms and driving enterprise-wide adoption
* Knowledge of AI/ML implementation strategies and practical applications in business contexts
* Experience with Generative AI technologies, LLMs, and their enterprise implementation
* Experience developing AI-powered solutions that enhance business intelligence capabilities
If you feel you have what is required for this role then we would love to hear from you