Head of Data Management

Head of Data, Analytics & AI

Location: Hybrid – Surrey or Sussex (2–3 days onsite)

Salary: £120,000 – £130,000 + 20% bonus + pension & benefits

We’re working with a purpose-driven organisation undergoing a significant digital and data transformation. They are investing in modern platforms, building a self-service culture, and embedding data at the heart of decision-making across the business.

As Head of Data, Analytics & AI, you’ll play a key leadership role in shaping and delivering a high-impact data strategy. This is a business-focused position requiring strong stakeholder engagement, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead and inspire multidisciplinary data teams.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead core data functions: Engineering, BI, Analytics, Science and Data Governance
• Influence a federated data operating model and drive enterprise-wide data literacy
• Champion self-service and agile ways of working
• Shape and embed data capabilities across business units
• Lead 4 direct reports and influence approximately 40 data professionals

What We’re Looking For:

• A proven data leader with strong people and stakeholder skills
• Demonstrated data transformation experience across a business – enabling enterprise-wide change
• Familiarity with modern data platforms such as Databricks and Power BI
• A collaborative, purpose-driven leader who can bring clarity, structure, and momentum to a growing team

What’s on Offer:

• £120,000 – £130,000 base salary
• 20% performance-based bonus
• Pension and additional benefits
• Hybrid working (2–3 days per week onsite in Surrey or Sussex)
• A high-impact role with real purpose and the opportunity to shape long-term strategy

If you’re ready to lead data with purpose and drive transformation across a dynamic organisation, we’d love to hear from you.