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# Head of Business Data Solutions

- **Company:** Virgin Media
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Process Modeling, Data Architecture, Data Presentation, Data Systems, Data Analytics, Data Management
- **Published:** May 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/37395553/

## About the Role

Significant experience in business solutions or business analysis, with a proven track record of delivering data-driven strategies, frameworks, or solutions.
Expertise in business process modelling, capability mapping, and value stream analysis, with the ability to convert complex business challenges into structured, actionable problem statements.
Strong understanding of data management, governance, and data quality, including how these principles inform scalable and compliant data solutions.
Excellent communication and senior stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, advise, and present complex information to SLT-level audiences.
Ability to translate business requirements into strategic data and technology solutions, working effectively with architects, data engineers, and analytics teams to ensure feasibility and alignment.
Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring or managing team members, building collaborative environments, and driving high performance.

Other Desirable Skills

Familiarity with data visualisation tools and the ability to interpret or guide data storytelling principles.
Experience in or understanding of the telecommunications industry, its processes, data landscape, or value streams.
Awareness of emerging data technologies, analytics trends, and self-service data platforms, with an interest in applying innovation to improve business outcomes.

## Description

We are pleased to invite applications for the role of Head of Business Data Solutions, a strategic leadership position at the heart of VMO2's Data Democratisation agenda. This role is ideal for someone who can translate business ambition into data-driven solutions, influence senior decision-making, and guide how our organisation leverages data to transform processes, capabilities, and outcomes.
As the Head of Business Data Solutions, you will act as a bridge between business domains and data teams, shaping business requirements, identifying opportunities for data-led optimisation, and designing strategic data solutions that deliver measurable value. You will partner closely with senior leaders, technology teams, and data specialists, playing a pivotal role in ensuring our data initiatives remain aligned, scalable, and impactful.
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