Chief Data Officer — Lead Enterprise Data & AI Innovation

Fortrea; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data solutions provider in Leeds is seeking a Chief Data Officer to lead the strategy and execution of services for their global data platforms. Responsibilities include defining data governance frameworks and implementing data migration strategies. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in data architecture and integration, particularly in clinical research, and hold relevant degrees and certifications. This role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Substantial tenure and proven track record influencing executive leadership.
• Experience in clinical trials or related industries with a strong grasp of data security.
• Certifications in Azure or Microsoft Power Platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy and execution for global data models.
• Define and implement data standards and governance frameworks.
• Architect and execute data migration strategies from legacy systems.

Skills

Data architecture

Integration technologies

Data lifecycle management

Leadership

Clinical trials experience

Azure knowledge

Data security and privacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in data analytics or related field

Master’s/MBA preferred

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse Analytics

Power BI

REST/SOAP APIs

Python

Job description

A leading data solutions provider in Leeds is seeking a Chief Data Officer to lead the strategy and execution of services for their global data platforms. Responsibilities include defining data governance frameworks and implementing data migration strategies. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in data architecture and integration, particularly in clinical research, and hold relevant degrees and certifications. This role offers competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.