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Head Of Data

City of London
2 days ago
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Head of Data

Location: Hybrid (UK-based)

Type: Full-time

Our client help leading global businesses turn complex data into meaningful outcomes. Through strategic consulting, cutting-edge AI solutions, and deep domain expertise, we empower organisations to unlock the full value of their data. Now, we're looking for a visionary Head of Data to lead the data function and shape the future of data-driven transformation.

The Role

As Head of Data, you'll be at the forefront of delivering strategic data and AI consulting for enterprise clients. You'll lead high-impact engagements, shape end-to-end data strategy, and work closely with cross-functional teams to design innovative, scalable solutions. This is a unique opportunity to influence both growth and clients' digital futures.

Key Responsibilities

Own and deliver data and AI strategy engagements across enterprise clients.
Provide executive-level consulting on data maturity, governance, architecture, and innovation.
Lead client workshops and C-suite engagements to define and execute transformation roadmaps.
Translate business challenges into scalable, data-led solutions that drive value.
Guide internal and client-facing data teams across engineering, analytics, and AI disciplines.
Drive innovation around AI adoption, LLMs, and advanced analytics use cases.
Contribute to business development and thought leadership within the data and AI space.

About You

Proven consulting background with a track record of delivering enterprise data strategies.
Strong grasp of modern data architectures (cloud, lakehouse, real-time pipelines, etc.).
Thought leader in data governance, AI ethics, and data product design.
Commercially astute with experience influencing senior stakeholders.
Comfortable shaping solutions, proposals, and leading complex delivery.
Passionate about the real-world impact of AI and emerging technologies.

Nice to Have

Experience in sectors like telco, financial services, or retail.
Knowledge of tools like Databricks, Snowflake, or Azure ML.
Understanding of generative AI use cases and deployment frameworks.

Why this opportunity?

Work on complex, strategic programmes that blend consulting with hands-on innovation.
Collaborate with a global team of data and AI specialists.
Influence business-critical decisions at the highest level.
Shape the future of an ambitious, fast-growing consultancy.

Please contact David Eales to find our more about this fantastic opportunity

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