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Head of Analytics & AI

Michael Page (UK)

City Of London

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

18 days ago

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Job summary

A prominent public sector organization in London is seeking a Head of Analytics & AI to spearhead data-driven initiatives that optimize outcomes and enhance organizational performance. This leadership role requires significant experience in analytics and Oracle Analytics Cloud, with a focus on stakeholder engagement and team management. The position offers a collaborative environment and supports hybrid working with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous Pension scheme
27 days of annual leave plus public holidays
Opportunity to lead transformative projects
Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

  • Significant experience in analytics and data product roles in large environments.
  • Proven track record in delivering solutions with Oracle Analytics Cloud.
  • Experience leading product teams and engaging stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and improvement of analytics products focused on OAC.
  • Manage and mentor analytics team while fostering evidence-based design.
  • Engage stakeholders to translate their needs into analytics solutions.

Skills

Analytics
Business Intelligence
Data Governance
Stakeholder Engagement
Data Literacy

Tools

Oracle Analytics Cloud
Oracle ERP/HCM Cloud
ETL
Oracle Integration Cloud

Job description

  • LOVE using Data Analytics & AI to improve organisational performance, apply now!
  • Lead the Data Analytics team for this large business in Digital Transformation

About Our Client

This is a well-established public sector organisation based in London, known for its vital role in serving the community. The organisation operates at a significant scale, leveraging data and technology to improve outcomes and efficiency.

Job Description

The key responsibilities in the role are to:

  • Lead the design, development and continual improvement of the analytics products, with a focus on Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) / Oracle Fusion Data Intelligence.
  • Own the product roadmap for analytics, AI and Machine Learning aligning with the Head of Product and peers in Finance, HR, Logistics, Operations and Commercial teams.
  • Manage and mentor a small team of reporting SMEs and analysts, fostering a culture of evidence-based delivery and user-focused design.
  • Engage with stakeholders to understand their analytical needs, translating these into dashboards, reports, and automated solutions.
  • Champion a culture of data governance, literacy, and evidence-based decision-making across the organisation.
  • Analyse user feedback and data to uncover pain points, improve decision-making tools, and maximise the value of our data assets.
  • Design and optimise cloud-based integrations to connect data across systems and services.
  • Support operational change including test planning, user training, and change impact assessments.
  • Present technical and strategic proposals to the Head of Product, outlining value, feasibility and cost-benefit cases.
  • Drive data literacy across teams and develop reusable frameworks and patterns for analytics delivery.
  • Drive an increase in productivity, better decision-making, improved customer experiences, and reduced operational costs.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Head of Analytics & AI will be able to evidence the following:

  • Significant analytics, business intelligence, or data product roles, ideally within large or complex environments.
  • Proven experience in implementing and delivering business solutions using Oracle Analytics Cloud (OAC) / Oracle Fusion Data Intelligence.
  • Experience working with Oracle ERP/HCM Cloud or eBusiness Suite, with a strong understanding of functional areas such as HR, Commercial, Finance and Logistics.
  • Practical experience with ETL, data modelling, and dashboard/reporting development.
  • Experience in leading product teams or data-focused project teams, with stakeholder engagement at all levels.
  • Working knowledge of integration technologies and data pipelines (e.g. Oracle Integration Cloud, APIs).

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary
  • Generous Pension scheme.
  • 27 days of annual leave, in addition to public holidays.
  • Opportunity to lead transformative projects in the public sector.
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment in London.
  • Hybrid working model (min 3 days on-site)


If you are an experienced analytics professional ready for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply for this Head of Analytics & AI role in London today!
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