Director, Data Strategy and Governance

Eastlink; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Data Strategy & Governance. This visionary leader will align data strategies with business objectives, foster a data-driven culture, and manage the Business Intelligence and Data Science team. The ideal candidate requires a degree in data science and proven experience in leading teams and influencing stakeholders. This role is essential for driving innovation and efficiency through effective data management.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in data analysis and data solutions implementation.
• Proven experience in leading teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Knowledge of data quality and business system requirements analysis.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the organization’s primary advocate for data initiatives.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive data strategy and roadmap.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration for business planning.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

Exceptional communication skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Business principles understanding

Education

Degree in data science or related field

Tools

Data analytics platforms

Data governance frameworks

Job description

Designated office:

Eastlink

6080 Young Street

Halifax, NS

This position is:

100% in office reporting to the designated office.

Eastlink is a family owned, entrepreneurial and innovative company headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We take great pride in being a leader in delivering creative competitive, customer focused telecommunications solutions, and connecting our customers to the things and people that matter most. Serving a customer base across seven provinces, our advanced solutions include Internet, Mobile, TV, Telephone, Security and Automation, Data Communications, and exclusive locally produced programming on Eastlink Community TV.

We embrace diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility throughout all levels of the organization and encourage members of equity groups to self-identify during the application process.

Director of Data Strategy & Governance

Eastlink is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the director of data strategy & governance, the senior-most data champion within our organization. This role will be responsible for aligning our data strategies and roadmap with the company’s overarching business objectives, driving value through data, and fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making across all departments.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Alignment & Leadership

• Serve as the organization’s primary advocate for data, ensuring data initiatives directly support business goals.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive data strategy and roadmap that aligns with corporate priorities and growth plans.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to embed data into the core of business planning and execution.

Leadership of the BI & Data Science Team

• Provide leadership to the Business Intelligence and Data Science team, working with them to define and prioritize short- and long-term initiatives.
• Participate in sprint planning and execution, ensuring alignment with business needs and resource availability/capacity.
• Facilitate prioritization discussions with business stakeholders to identify high-impact data projects.
• Work collaboratively with the business and technical resources to design and develop innovative solutions.
• Develop and grow the BI and Data Science team resources, ensuring they have opportunities to grow their skills, and stay connected to the rapidly evolving technology.

Departmental Engagement

• Engage with department leaders to understand operational challenges and opportunities.
• Identify how data can be leveraged to improve performance, efficiency, and innovation across functions.
• Translate business needs into actionable data solutions and analytics strategies.
• Lead roadmap and planning sessions with senior management, translating technical concepts into business value.
• Communicate the impact and ROI of data initiatives through clear metrics and storytelling.
• Advocate for continued investment in data infrastructure, talent, and innovation.

Data Governance & Security

• Establish and enforce robust data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and internal security protocols.
• Promote data integrity, quality, and ethical usage across the organization.

Requirements:

• A degree in data science, analytics, or a related field, along with practical experience in data analysis and data solutions implementation.
• Advanced analytical skills, and a strong grasp of business principles to design and implement effective data strategies.
• Proven experience in leading teams, communicating vision, and influencing stakeholders at all levels of the business.
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality, data analytics platforms, and business system requirements analysis.
• Ability to link data initiatives directly to business objectives and drive commercial value.
• Experience with modern data architectures and technologies, along with implementing data solutions of significant scope and scale.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders.

Why Choose Eastlink?

Eastlink operates in a culture of continuous improvement through listening, learning, and adapting, which enables us to respond quickly to the evolving needs of both employees and customers. We recognize that our truly greatest competitive edge is our people and that delivering a great customer experience begins with a great employee experience. Our philosophy of developing and training our team “on the ground” not only helps to create a strong onboarding experience but also readies employees for future growth opportunities within the organization.

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