Data & Analytics Strategy Leader

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 66,627 - 85,845; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Birmingham is seeking a Head of Data & Analytics. This high-profile leadership role involves driving a culture of data literacy, leading corporate strategies, and ensuring high-quality data management across the council. The successful candidate will possess strong technical and interpersonal skills, combining expertise with a collaborative approach to transform data practices. Experience in leading data transformation initiatives in complex environments is crucial, along with a commitment to fostering transparency and partnership across teams.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading data transformation in complex organisations.
• Ability to combine deep technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience in driving cultural change towards data literacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a corporate data and analytics function.
• Facilitate a culture of cooperation, collaboration and data sharing across the council.
• Ensure consistency and quality of data across the council.
• Provide leadership to advance data maturity and transparency.
• Lead alignment of Single View of the Citizen initiatives.

Skills

Data leadership

Data management principles

Strong communication skills

Collaboration

Job description

A local government authority in Birmingham is seeking a Head of Data & Analytics. This high-profile leadership role involves driving a culture of data literacy, leading corporate strategies, and ensuring high-quality data management across the council. The successful candidate will possess strong technical and interpersonal skills, combining expertise with a collaborative approach to transform data practices. Experience in leading data transformation initiatives in complex environments is crucial, along with a commitment to fostering transparency and partnership across teams.