Head of Data & Analytics

Cadent; Coventry; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK energy company is seeking a Head of Data & Analytics to drive the organization's data strategy and analytics function. This high-impact role involves shaping how data is used, leading teams across various areas, implementing governance, and promoting a data-driven culture. Candidates should have significant leadership experience, strong analytical skills, and a relevant degree. The company values diversity and offers various employee benefits, emphasizing work-life balance and flexible work options.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Company car allowance

25 days' holiday plus 8 statutory days

Annual Performance Bonus up to 20%

Generous pension scheme

Employee Assistance Line

Support for professional memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing teams, fostering collaboration and talent development.
• Understands regulatory requirements such as GDPR, EU AI Act, and CCPA.
• Strong track record of IT delivery in a fast-paced regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Shape the data and analytics strategy and execution.
• Lead a team across Data Governance, Business Intelligence, and AI.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and industry partners on data strategy.

Skills

Strong IT senior leadership experience

Strong understanding of data analysis techniques

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Evidence of vendor/stakeholder management qualities

Experience in developing business cases for investment

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

Lead the data-driven transformation that powers our future

As our Head of Data & Analytics, you'll shape the strategy and execution of Cadent's entire data and analytics function. You'll create a culture where data drives decisions, innovation thrives, and advanced technologies like AI deliver real business value. You'll lead a team of specialists across Data Governance & Quality, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Open Data, and Data Automation & AI. From setting standards and policies to driving adoption of cutting-edge tools, you'll ensure data is accurate, secure, and used ethically whilst ensuring governance and compliance. You'll collaborate with senior leaders, regulators, and industry partners to deliver a robust data strategy aligned with Cadent's goals. It's a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where your vision will shape the future of how we use data.

Why you'll love this role:

• Strategic Influence - Define and deliver Cadent's data and analytics strategy.
• Data Governance & Quality - Set data management rules and governance processes.
• Leadership Impact - Lead and develop a team of data specialists.
• Innovation - Drive adoption of AI, automation, and advanced analytics.
• Collaboration - Work with executive leaders, regulators, and industry peers to align with our goals and maximise efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement - Promote a data-driven culture and embed best practices.

What you'll bring:

Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science, or equivalent industry experience.

Practical Experience

• Understands regulatory requirements, relevant data protection laws and regulations such as GDPR, EU AI Act and CCPA, and industry-specific standards.
• Strong IT senior leadership experience.
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams, fostering a collaborative environment, and developing talent.
• Strong understanding of data analysis techniques, statistical modelling, and data visualisation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Evidence of vendor/stakeholder management qualities.
• People management skills including tackling behavioural issues, performance management, setting objectives, etc.
• Experience in developing business cases for financial investment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex data-related challenges.
• A strong strategic influencer able to collaborate effectively with IT and business colleagues in order to deliver business advantage.
• Strong track record of IT delivery in fast-paced regulatory environment.
• Extensive experience utilising a combination of in-house and third-party suppliers and of building strong, mutually beneficial partnerships with vendors.
• Able to combine rigour and discipline with a pragmatic approach to delivering the highest quality, cost-effective solutions in demanding time-frames. Exhibits strong business and commercial acumen.

At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy! We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050. We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What's In It for You

• Private Medical Insurance for you, your partner and your family available through MyChoices, our flexible benefits programme, with access to a 24 hour Bupa HealthLine.
• A company car allowance.
• 25 days' holiday, plus 8 statutory days and an option to buy or sell holiday days.
• An Annual Performance Bonus of up to 20% of your salary.
• A generous pension scheme where the company double matches your contributions up to 12% (i.e., if you contribute 6% a month, the company will contribute 12%).
• A competitive salary that's reviewed each year against the market median salary for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits.
• A free Employee Assistance Line where you can get support and advice on any of the challenges you're facing, completely confidentially.
• Support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave – so long as it's relevant to your role.
• Plus many more benefits that help you join the dots between your work and home life.

We support a healthy work‑life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can't wait to welcome you!

What's next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com).

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