Position: Head of Data Strategy and Architecture
Industry: Education
Location: Cambridge - Hybrid Working
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 - DOE
Head of Data Strategy and Architecture
* Practice Management and Team Development - Develop and enhance the team's capabilities, focusing on building robust architecture, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
* Data Strategy Leadership - Drive the creation and refinement of the organisation's data strategy, providing clear direction and identifying opportunities to add value from data insights.
* Architecture and Technical Oversight - Oversee the design, development, and implementation of robust data architectures and solutions that support the organisation's strategic objectives.
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insights into data opportunities, risks, and strategies.
Qualifications & Experience:
* 7+ years of experience in data strategy, data architecture, or related fields, with a proven track record of leading teams and delivering data-driven business value.
* Demonstrated experience in line management, team development, and creating high-performing data teams.
* Strong expertise in data architecture, governance, and management practices.
* Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, influencing senior leadership while developing hands-on technical solutions.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.