Head of Data / Birmingham / Permanent / Onsite / £110K base + bonus
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Head of Data to lead and scale the data function at a fast-growing, innovative start-up in the financial services. This is a critical role where you will own the data strategy and drive the use of data as a key asset across the business.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the company’s overall data strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Build, lead, and mentor a data team, including data engineers, analysts, and scientists.
* Oversee data architecture, governance, and security to ensure data integrity and compliance with industry regulations.
* Collaborate with leadership and key stakeholders to leverage data for decision-making and growth strategies.
* Implement and scale data infrastructure, pipelines, and analytics capabilities to support product development and business needs.
* Drive data-driven insights to enhance customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and support product innovation.
Experience & Skills
* Proven experience as a Head of Data or senior data role, with significant leadership experience, ideally in financial services or start-ups.
* Strong knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance (e.g., GDPR, financial regulations).
* Expertise in data architecture, data warehousing, and modern data engineering tools (Azure).
* Ability to influence and work collaboratively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
* Hands-on experience scaling data functions in a high-growth, dynamic environment.
* Strategic mindset with a focus on business outcomes, combined with a strong technical foundation.
What’s on Offer:
* Opportunity to build and lead a cutting-edge data function from the ground up.
* Influence at the highest level of a growing, tech-driven financial institution.
* Competitive salary, bonus and benefits.
If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity, then please get in touch or send an application through!
Head of Data / Birmingham / Permanent / Onsite / £110K base + bonus