About the Role:
As part of theData and Data Science Team, the Head of Data Management will manage theprioritisation and implementation of data-related deliverables across DraxGroup to deliver targeted business outcomes driving the Drax strategy anddelivering Data & AI change to standard operating models.
In this role,you will:
1. Understand the opportunities for investment in data and data science products, cost avoidance and efficiency to build and manage a cohesive and ambitious delivery plan.
2. Building relationships with ExCom and Drax Leadership Team (DLT) stakeholders.
3. Deliver programmes with a focus on opportunities to support Drax strategic capabilities, cost avoidance, risk reduction, compliance assurance and cost efficiency.
4. Lead and direct data-related workstreams, including data science, governance, engineering, dashboards, and reporting.
5. Oversee spend management Opex/Capex and external vendor management to align with the Drax Strategy.
6. Foster collaboration across departments such as Core Services, Pellets, Generation, Commercial, Sustainability, Legal, and HR, as well as wider support functions.
7. Travel requiredto sites within the Group and to external business events, will be required,this may include overnight stays.
Who we’relooking for:
To besuccessful in this role you’ll ideally have substantial experience of being ina role responsible for and directing a delivery portfolio and the ability todemonstrate success in this leadership role in a FTSE 250 size organisation.
8. Ability to link business themes to technology capabilities and deliver impactful programmes.
9. Strong financial acumen, budget management, and commercial awareness.
10. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
11. Excellent organisational and meeting facilitation skills
12. Experience of working with executive leaders and managing stakeholder relationships.
13. Resilience and adaptability to manage changes in priorities effectively.
14. Experience within Energy industry including consumption information would be beneficial
15. Experience with Data and Data Science Programme Delivery is essential
Rewards andbenefits:
As you help usto shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thriveand support
your lifestyle.If successful in this role you’ll get:
16. A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
17. Private Healthcare with Vitality
18. SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
19. Personal accident cover
20. Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
21. Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
22. Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body
We’re committedto making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is whereyour individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as partof a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. WithDrax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, wemake it happen.
At Drax, we’recommitted to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued andrespected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively workto better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, andestablish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed forall colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no mattertheir background. Find out more about our approach here.
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