Head of Data

Data Idols; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Data Idols is seeking a Head of Data to shape the data science strategy and roadmap, leading a small, high‑performing team and partnering with senior stakeholders to maximize impact across product, commercial performance and strategy.

This strategic yet hands‑on role focuses on data science, experimentation and measurement, developing predictive models and leveraging AI/ML to improve products and processes. London-based, hybrid work model is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong data science leadership experience.
• Hands-on experience building predictive/statistical models.
• Demonstrated ability to design and run experiments and measure impact.
• Ability to influence product and business decisions through data insights.

Responsibilities

• Define the data science strategy and roadmap for the business.
• Lead and develop a small, high-performing data team.
• Collaborate with data engineering and analytics to strengthen data foundations.
• Develop and improve predictive models and measurements to drive growth.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to translate data into strategic decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Predictive models

Statistical analysis

Experimentation

Python

SQL

Stakeholder mgmt

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Data Idols are working with a high-growth technology business looking for a Head of Data to lead and develop its data science capabilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious organisation at a key stage of growth, where data plays an important role across product development, commercial performance and strategic decision-making.

The Opportunity

As Head of Data, you will shape the data science strategy and roadmap, lead a small high-performing team and work closely with senior stakeholders to identify where data can have the greatest impact.

This is a strategic but hands-on role, with a strong focus on data science, experimentation and measurement . You will develop and improve predictive and statistical data models , helping the business better understand performance, user behaviour and opportunities for growth.

You’ll also work closely with data engineering and analytics to strengthen the organisation’s data foundations, while exploring how AI, machine learning and automation can improve products and processes.

Skills and Experience

• Strong data science experience with leadership or management responsibility
• Hands‑on experience developing predictive, statistical or machine learning models
• Strong knowledge of experimentation and measurement
• Technical experience with Python and SQL
• Experience using data science to influence product and business decisions
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

If you’re a hands‑on data leader who enjoys combining technical depth with strategic influence, we’d love to hear from you.

Head of Data Salary: £105,000 - £115,000 Location: London | Hybrid Data Idols are working with a high-growth technology business looking for a Head of…