Chief Data Services Leader: AI-Driven Analytics & Strategy

Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment is seeking a strategic leader to head the Data Services function, overseeing Business Intelligence, Data Science, Digital Analytics, and Marketing Technology. You will shape the strategy, build and mentor teams, and drive the adoption of AI across data services.

In this role you will partner with senior stakeholders, align data initiatives with client goals, establish analytics standards, and contribute to growth by pursuing new opportunities in a global

Qualifications

• Leadership across multiple data disciplines.
• Strong understanding of analytics, measurement, BI, and data services.
• Experience implementing AI-enabled processes or transformation programmes.
• Commercial awareness and experience supporting business growth.

Responsibilities

• Define the strategy and roadmap for the Data Services function.
• Lead teams across Business Intelligence, Data Science, Digital Analytics, and Marketing Technology.
• Drive the use of AI within data services workflows and delivery.
• Establish standards and best practices across analytics, reporting, and measurement.
• Support revenue growth through client development and new business opportunities.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to align data initiatives with business goals.
• Develop and mentor practice leads and senior specialists.
• Present data strategies and recommendations to senior client stakeholders.
• Contribute to the organisation's presence within the data and analytics market.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

BI

AI adoption

Stakeholder mgmt

Team development

Job description

Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment is seeking a strategic leader to head the Data Services function, overseeing Business Intelligence, Data Science, Digital Analytics, and Marketing Technology. You will shape the strategy, build and mentor teams, and drive the adoption of AI across data services.

In this role you will partner with senior stakeholders, align data initiatives with client goals, establish analytics standards, and contribute to growth by pursuing new opportunities in a global