Chief Data Science & Marketing Science Leader

Dentsu Aegis Network; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in London seeks a Head of Data Science to drive strategic direction in data analytics. This pivotal role involves leading a team, spearheading innovative methodologies, and influencing client decisions through data-driven insights. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of leadership experience in the marketing field, particularly in analytics and econometrics, and possesses strong client engagement skills. Must be adept in integrating advanced analytics into business strategy while fostering a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leadership roles within agency or marketing-led environments.
• Deep expertise in causal inference and performance analytics.
• Demonstrated success in client engagement and commercial storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Define the UK&I Data Science strategy and operational model.
• Lead the innovation roadmap for data science and analytics solutions.
• Inspire and develop a high-performance team of analysts and data scientists.

Skills

Client-centric mindset

Commercial acumen

Analytical rigor

Strategic influencing

Education

15+ years of experience in analytics or data science

Tools

MMM (Marketing Mix Modeling)

AI/automation tools

Job description

A leading marketing agency in London seeks a Head of Data Science to drive strategic direction in data analytics. This pivotal role involves leading a team, spearheading innovative methodologies, and influencing client decisions through data-driven insights. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of leadership experience in the marketing field, particularly in analytics and econometrics, and possesses strong client engagement skills. Must be adept in integrating advanced analytics into business strategy while fostering a high-performance culture.