Robert Half
Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation
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Robert Half has partnered with an infrastructure business to recruit for a Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation.
This is a newly created senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation's data, analytics and digital transformation strategy.
Salary: £75,000 - £85,000
Location: Crewe, York, Leeds or Derby
Working pattern: 2 days per week on site, with some travel to other locations
The Role
You will lead the development of a modern, data-driven function, using data, analytics, automation, AI and digital technology to improve operational performance, decision-making and business efficiency.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and deliver the organisation's data and digital transformation strategy.
- Build strong data governance, reporting and analytics capabilities.
- Establish reliable business data and improve data quality and accessibility.
- Lead digital transformation, automation and technology-enabled change programmes.
- Identify opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency.
- Develop dashboards, MI and insights to support senior decision-making.
- Build and lead a high-performing data and digital team.
- Manage budgets, business cases, suppliers and transformation benefits.
- Work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, finance, operations and other functions.
- Ensure appropriate governance, risk, data protection and information security standards are maintained.
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About You
We are looking for an experienced data, digital or transformation leader with:
- Significant leadership experience across data, analytics, digital transformation or technology.
- A strong track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes.
- Experience developing data strategies and governance frameworks.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Strong knowledge of analytics, BI, automation, AI and emerging technologies.
- Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and business cases.
- Strong programme management, stakeholder engagement and change management skills.
- A strategic and commercially minded approach, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.
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