At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data analytics and drive AI innovation in a dynamic FTSE250 company.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation based in Newcastle with a focus on digital transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape a data-driven culture.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for travel and collaboration across the UK.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by spearheading AI adoption and transforming business outcomes.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in data analytics management and strong skills in SQL, Python, and data visualisation.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
This range is provided by Red Top Resources. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
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 with occasional travel to other sites within the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Platform Ownership and Development
- 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.
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology, Management, and Strategy/Planning
Industries: Construction and Real Estate
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Head of Data and Analytics employer: Red Top Resources
Red Top Resources is an excellent employer for aspiring Junior Applications Developers, offering a supportive work culture in the heart of Central Newbury. With a focus on professional growth through hands-on training and collaboration with experienced colleagues, employees are empowered to develop their skills in a dynamic environment that values proactive learning and attention to detail.
