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Director of Data Research
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Director of Data Research
Remote (UK) | Salary up to £150,000 + Benefits
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact Data Research function at a fast-growing, technology-led organisation. You will shape the strategy behind innovative data products, influence senior stakeholders, and build a scalable research capability that directly contributes to business growth.
The Company
They are a venture-backed data and technology business that provides advanced market intelligence solutions to a global client base. Operating in a high-growth environment, they combine proprietary methodologies with a wide range of data sources to generate valuable commercial insights. The organisation is investing heavily in its technology and data capabilities, creating significant opportunities for senior leaders to make a lasting impact. You will join a collaborative leadership team focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
The Role
- Define and lead the organisation's data research strategy in partnership with senior leadership.
- Drive the discovery, assessment, and development of new data products and KPI tracking methodologies.
- Lead complex research initiatives from hypothesis generation through to evidence-based recommendations.
- Evaluate diverse structured and unstructured datasets to identify commercial opportunities.
- Establish and maintain high standards for data evaluation, statistical analysis, and technical excellence.
- Improve processes to increase the speed and accuracy of data source assessments.
- Partner with data acquisition teams to support data purchasing and investment decisions.
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of highly skilled data professionals.
- Build a scalable research function that supports long-term business objectives.
- Promote the effective use of AI and automation to enhance research quality and efficiency.
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Your Skills & Experience
- Strong commercial experience leading data science, data research, analytics, or statistical research teams.
- Deep expertise in statistical analysis, data modelling, and working with complex real-world datasets.
- Advanced Python and SQL skills with the ability to review and challenge technical work.
- Experience designing and leading open-ended research programmes from concept to delivery.
- Proven ability to develop technical standards and improve team performance.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical audiences.
- Experience balancing technical decision-making with commercial objectives.
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments.
- Exposure to alternative data, financial data, market intelligence, or investment research is advantageous.
- Experience applying AI tools to research, analytics, or data quality workflows is beneficial.
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If you are an experienced data leader with a passion for research, innovation, and building high-performing teams, apply today to learn more about this exciting Director of Data Research opportunity.
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