Director of Data Analytics & BI

A2Dominion Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Up to 8% contributory pension

Job summary

A2Dominion Group is seeking a Director of Data Analytics & BI to lead the enterprise Data Strategy and shape an insight-driven future from the London area. You will report to the Chief Information Officer and drive governance, data quality, and scalable data platforms.

The role covers leadership of data governance, engineering, analytics and BI, plus shaping how AI and advanced analytics support decision-making and service delivery across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Data, Analytics, Technology or related discipline.
• Significant experience leading enterprise Data, Analytics, BI and Data Governance functions.
• Strong knowledge of modern data platforms, architectures, cloud technologies and analytics ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver A2Dominion's Data Strategy aligning with priorities and compliance.
• Lead and develop a Data & Analytics function spanning governance, engineering, analytics and BI.
• Establish a scalable enterprise data operating model with governance ownership and accountability.
• Provide executive leadership for data governance, quality, standards, stewardship and compliance.
• Ensure trusted data definitions, lineage and controls across reporting and decision-making.
• Oversee secure, resilient data platforms, architectures and pipelines.
• Promote COPE for data products across the organisation.
• Lead adoption of advanced analytics, AI and data science delivering business value.
• Own and manage the organisation's data risk position and reporting to leadership.
• Ensure data quality and governance are effectively overseen by the Executive and Board.

Skills

Data strategy

Leadership

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Cloud platforms

BI & analytics

Data quality

AI & analytics

Education

Degree in Data/Analytics/Tech

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

Azure/AWS

Job description

Location: Ealing / Hybrid (some office attendance required)

Contract type: Permanent – Full Time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Lead A2Dominion’s data strategy and shape an insight-driven future

Are you an accomplished data leader with the vision, credibility and strategic expertise to build a truly data-driven organisation? Do you have the experience to lead large-scale data transformation, drive innovation through analytics and AI, and ensure data remains a trusted strategic asset that informs decision-making at every level? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

We're looking for a Director of Data Analytics & BI to provide strategic leadership for A2Dominion's Data Analytics & Business Intelligence function. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, you'll be responsible for defining and delivering our enterprise Data Strategy, ensuring trusted, governed and high-quality data underpins organisational performance, regulatory compliance and better outcomes for our customers.

This is a pivotal leadership role with organisation-wide impact. You'll lead the development of a modern, scalable data operating model, oversee data governance, engineering, analytics and business intelligence capabilities, and ensure A2Dominion continues to evolve into a truly insight-led organisation. You'll also play a key role in shaping how advanced analytics, AI and emerging technologies support future decision-making and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver A2Dominion's Data Strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities, regulatory requirements and technology objectives
• Lead and develop a high-performing Data & Analytics function spanning governance, engineering, analytics and business intelligence
• Establish and lead a scalable enterprise data operating model that supports consistent governance, ownership and accountability across the organisation
• Provide executive leadership for data governance, data quality, data standards, stewardship and regulatory compliance
• Ensure the organisation operates with trusted data definitions, lineage and controls, creating a single version of the truth across reporting, analytics and decision-making
• Lead the development and operation of secure, resilient and scalable data platforms, architectures and pipelines
• Drive the adoption of the "Create Once, Publish Everywhere" (COPE) approach, ensuring data products are built once and reused across the organisation
• Lead the development and adoption of advanced analytics, AI and data science capabilities that deliver measurable business value
• Own and manage the organisation's data risk position, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated and reported effectively
• Provide assurance to Executive and Board-level stakeholders regarding data quality, governance and control effectiveness
• Manage the Data & Analytics budget, ensuring value for money and measurable outcomes from investments in data and technology

More About You

• Experience working within Social Housing/Local Authority, or a similarly sector is highly desirable.
• A degree or equivalent experience in Data, Analytics, Technology or a related discipline
• Significant experience leading enterprise Data, Analytics, Business Intelligence and Data Governance functions
• A proven track record of defining and delivering Data Strategies and enterprise operating models
• Strong knowledge of modern data platforms, architectures, cloud technologies and analytics ecosystems
• Deep understanding of data governance, regulatory compliance, assurance frameworks and risk management
• Experience delivering organisation-wide transformation through data, analytics and insight
• Proven ability to influence and engage Executive teams, Boards and senior stakeholders
• Experience leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams across governance, engineering, analytics and BI
• The ability to balance long-term strategic thinking with operational delivery and risk management

Choosing us is easy

As an employee of A2Dominion, we want you to feel rewarded and have a choice of flexible benefits, salary exchange benefits, and rewards and discounts that work for you, wherever you are in your life.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits. For this role, these include:

• - Private Medical Insurance
• - Up to 8% contributory pension

Inclusion at A2Dominion

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, and we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process - just contact our Resourcing Team at [e-mail]

We know some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement.

At A2Dominion, we value diversity, embrace flexibility, and are a family-friendly employer. Everyone belongs here. Join us and help make a lasting difference in the lives of our customers.

Danny Banks. The role closes on 12th October 2026 and we reserve the right to close early upon appointment of the right candidate.