Head of Data Analytics

I'm working with a high-growth, purpose-led organisation in the sustainable infrastructure and electric mobility space, who are looking to appoint an experienced Head of Data & Insights on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a business at a pivotal stage of its data journey, with real influence over strategy, delivery, and stakeholder engagement.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the CFO, you'll lead the Data & Insights function and manage a team of three (Senior Data Engineer, Senior Data Analyst, and Junior Data Analyst). The data function is relatively new, offering the chance to shape processes, embed best practice, and drive meaningful impact across the organisation.

You'll work closely with senior leaders across the business, translating commercial and operational needs into actionable insights and ensuring data becomes a core enabler of decision-making., * Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing data team

• Own and deliver the data roadmap, embedding clear request and delivery processes
• Partner with senior stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver impactful insights
• Oversee KPI dashboards, executive reporting, and ad-hoc analysis
• Support machine learning initiatives, including demand prediction models and user adoption
• Collaborate with engineering on the ongoing development of the data platform (AWS, Snowflake, Power BI)
• Champion data quality, governance, and a single source of truth across the organisation

• Strong experience leading data, analytics, or insights teams
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior level
• Strong analytical background with hands-on experience using SQL, Python, and BI tools (Power BI preferred)
• Experience working with cloud-based data platforms (AWS and Snowflake highly desirable)
• A commercially minded data leader who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments

• Fixed-term contract (6-8 months)
• Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact within a purpose-driven organisation during a key period of growth