Data Lead - Operations Domain

easyJet holidays; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

easyJet holidays is seeking a Data Lead for the Operations domain in Luton. Hybrid role with 60% office time, you will shape the data agenda and act as the senior data partner to Operations leadership.

You’ll define priorities, roadmap, and coordinate delivery across analytics, engineering, data science, architecture and governance. The role emphasizes influence over direct reports and delivering measurable business value.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in data and analytics delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions in complex environments.
• Ability to coordinate data delivery across cross-functional teams.
• Focus on business value over purely technical outputs.
• Experience in time-sensitive industries (e.g., aviation, hospitality, logistics).
• Strong knowledge of data platforms and governance approaches.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the data strategy and roadmap for the Operations domain.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business challenges into data products.
• Coordinate delivery across multi-disciplinary teams and manage dependencies.
• Champion data governance, quality and standards across the domain.
• Drive adoption of data products and value measures.

Skills

Data delivery coordination

Commercial awareness

Business value focus

Operational environments

Operational KPIs

Reporting frameworks

Analytics coordination

Databricks

AWS

Azure

GCP

Data governance

Data products

Domain operating models

Communication skills

Ambiguity management

Job description

Job Description - Data Lead - Operations Domain (17381)

Job Description

Data Lead - Operations Domain ( 17381 )

Description

DATA LEAD, OPERATIONS DOMAIN

Luton | Full-time | Hybrid

We support hybrid working, and you’ll spend 60% of your time each month in the office.

You’re a strategic data leader who knows how to turn business priorities into measurable outcomes.

You enjoy working with senior stakeholders, influencing without authority, and bringing together diverse teams to solve complex challenges. If you’re passionate about using data to improve operational performance and delivering value in fast-paced environments, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of data at easyJet.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Data Lead for the Operations domain, you’ll be the senior data partner to Operations leadership and the driving force behind the domain’s data agenda.

Working as part of a newly evolving Data and Analytics operating model, you’ll define priorities, shape the roadmap and coordinate delivery across analytics, engineering, data science, architecture and governance teams. Rather than leading a direct team, you’ll deliver through influence, collaboration and strong stakeholder partnerships.

This is a rare opportunity to help build a growing data function while working in one of the most data-rich operational environments in Europe.

"The ideal person for this role combines strategic thinking with practical delivery. You'll be comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, navigating complexity and ensuring data investment translates into real business value across our operation."

THE TEAM & CULTURE

The Data and Analytics function is being rebuilt around a domain operating model, with Data Leads acting as the connection point between business teams and central data capabilities.

You'll work closely with specialists across Data Engineering, Data Architecture, Data Analytics, Data Science and Data Governance, while partnering with Operations leaders to embed data-driven decision making throughout the business.

It's a collaborative environment where success comes through influence, strong relationships and a shared focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

You'll define and own the data strategy and roadmap for the Operations domain, ensuring priorities align with business goals and the wider enterprise data transformation programme.

You'll partner with senior stakeholders to understand business challenges, translate them into data products and analytics use cases, and ensure initiatives are prioritised against clear measures of value.

You'll coordinate delivery across multi-disciplinary teams, securing the right resources, managing dependencies and driving adoption of data products across the domain.

You'll also champion data governance, quality and standards, helping stakeholders understand their ownership responsibilities while improving data maturity across the Operations function.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You'll bring significant experience in data and analytics, with a proven track record of delivering measurable business outcomes through data-led initiatives.

You'll have experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions in complex, matrixed environments where delivery teams and resources are shared.

We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:

• Experience leading or coordinating data delivery within a business-facing environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and a focus on business value rather than technical outputs.
• Experience in operational, logistics, aviation, retail, telecommunications, hospitality or other time-sensitive environments.
• Expertise in defining operational KPIs, reporting frameworks and trusted metrics.
• Experience coordinating analytics, engineering and data science capabilities.
• Knowledge of modern data platforms such as Databricks, Azure, AWS or GCP.
• Understanding of data products, domain operating models and modern data governance approaches.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to bridge technical and business audiences.
• Confidence working with ambiguity and balancing competing priorities.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Competitive base salary plus up to 30% bonus
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual credit towards an easyJet holiday
• Excellent staff travel benefits
• Flexible benefits package and additional perks

DIVERSITY ISN’T A CHECKBOX — IT’S HOW WE FLY

Different perspectives help us make better decisions, create better experiences for customers and build stronger teams. We welcome people from every background and encourage applications from individuals who can bring fresh thinking, challenge convention and contribute to an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS

At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.