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# Director Data & Technology, International

- **Company:** Aramark Ltd
- **Location:** Leeds, United Kingdom
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Analytics Applications, Cyber Security, Data Governance, Data Transformation, Data Strategy, Enterprise Integration, Data Management
- **Published:** November 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5952296621

## About the Role

* Significant experience leading data, technology, architecture, or engineering teams within a complex enterprise environment.
 * Proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale data platforms, analytics solutions, or data transformation programmes.
 * Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and challenge senior leaders effectively.
 * Experience operating across multiple countries, regions, or matrix organisations, balancing local needs with global standards.
 * Strong knowledge of data governance, security, compliance, and privacy regulations, including GDPR.
 * Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach, capable of translating technology investments into measurable business outcomes.

## Description

* Lead the development and delivery of Aramark International's data strategy, ensuring alignment with business and technology priorities.
 * Design and implement scalable data platforms, architecture, and integration solutions that enable enterprise-wide insights and decision-making.
 * Drive the creation of data products, reporting, and analytics that deliver measurable operational and commercial value.
 * Establish and govern data standards covering quality, security, compliance, ownership, and lifecycle management across international markets.
 * Lead, develop, and grow the data function, creating an effective delivery model through internal, external, and nearshore resources.
 * Act as a trusted advisor to the CIO, providing technical leadership across data, applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technology initiatives.
 * Build strong relationships with country, international, and enterprise stakeholders, ensuring successful adoption of shared technology solutions.
 * Lead complex, multi-country transformation initiatives, balancing local market requirements with global standards to deliver sustainable business outcomes., At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).