Head of Data

Head of Data - Wolverhampton (Hybrid onsite 3 days per week)

A forward-thinking organisation is seeking a dynamic Head of Data to establish and lead a new, enterprise-wide capability at the centre of data-driven decision making.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping how data is transformed into actionable, trusted insight across the business. The successful candidate will define the vision, strategy, and operating model for analytics and intelligence, while building and leading a multidisciplinary team spanning BI, data engineering, analytics, and data science., * Establish and lead a new enterprise Data function, including strategy, governance, and operating model

• Build and develop a high-performing team across BI, Data Engineering, Analytics, and Data Science
• Define and deliver a prioritised insights roadmap aligned to business and technology strategy
• Ensure the delivery of trusted, consistent, and executive-ready reporting and analytics
• Own core KPIs, metrics, and management information, creating a single version of the truth
• Ensure Analytics and Data Science are built on robust, scalable, and well-governed data pipelines and models
• Align closely with architecture and application teams to integrate data platforms and models
• Enable advanced analytics capabilities, including forecasting, optimisation, and predictive modelling
• Ensure outputs are explainable, trusted, and Embedded into business decisions
• Lead Data Quality and Data Governance reporting, driving transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders across key business functions, shaping demand and driving value
• Define and enforce standards to ensure scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions
• Continuously improve tools, processes, and ways of working to accelerate insight delivery, Job Description Key Responsibilities (Sourcing Optimised) Lead IR35 compliance across the Group, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns for EA, NE Ensure full compliance and...

• Proven experience leading or establishing enterprise BI, Analytics, or Data functions
• Strong understanding of modern data platforms and architectures, particularly within Azure environments
• Demonstrated leadership across BI, Analytics, Data Engineering, and Data Science disciplines
• Experience delivering Data Quality and Data Governance reporting to senior stakeholders
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Strong commercial mindset with a focus on outcomes and value realisation

Desirable:

• Experience working in ERP-led or complex multi-application environments
• Hands-on exposure to tools such as Power BI, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and SQL-based platforms
• Experience building teams in greenfield or transformation settings
• Background operating within complex, matrixed organisations