Chief Data & AI Strategy Leader

Sotheby's; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global luxury auction house is seeking a SVP of Data/AI to lead the organization’s data initiatives. This role requires developing a strategic roadmap aligned with business goals, overseeing data governance, and driving innovation. Ideal candidates should have a Master's or PhD in a relevant field or significant experience in data science and analytics. The position demands strong knowledge of cloud platforms and exceptional communication and leadership skills, aimed at creating data-driven strategies to enhance business performance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of building and scaling teams and programs.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and data engineering.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for data science initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams in building predictive models and AI-driven solutions.
• Champion data governance, quality, and ethical use of AI across the organization.

Skills

Analytical expertise

Leadership

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

15+ years of experience in data science and analytics

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

A global luxury auction house is seeking a SVP of Data/AI to lead the organization’s data initiatives. This role requires developing a strategic roadmap aligned with business goals, overseeing data governance, and driving innovation. Ideal candidates should have a Master's or PhD in a relevant field or significant experience in data science and analytics. The position demands strong knowledge of cloud platforms and exceptional communication and leadership skills, aimed at creating data-driven strategies to enhance business performance.