Head of Data Management

JR United Kingdom; England; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK charity seeks a Head of Data and Business Intelligence to lead data transformation efforts. This pivotal role involves shaping a central BI function, driving data maturity, and collaborating with stakeholders to foster a data-driven culture that optimizes performance and enhances community engagement.

Qualifications

• Senior data leadership experience in charity or sectors.
• Track record of transforming data processes.
• Hands-on experience with BI platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape a new Data & BI function, managing staff.
• Drive data maturity and embed governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for strategic insights.

Skills

Data Governance

Stakeholder Management

Data Ethics

Data Transformation

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Dynamics CRM

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Permanent | 35 hours per week

Remote | Ad hoc travel to the client's London office

Our client, a major UK charity, is investing in a data transformation journey and seeking a dynamic Head of Data and Business Intelligence to lead the way. This newly created role is a key strategic hire, reporting into the Director of Strategy and Business Intelligence, and will drive the development of a data-driven culture across the organisation.

This is a high-impact opportunity to build and lead a growing team, define and embed best practice, and ensure data is used effectively to influence strategy, optimise fundraising, and improve community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and shape a new central Data & BI function, managing 4 current staff and recruiting up to 6 more.
• Drive data maturity across the organisation, embedding good governance and effective data practices.
• Oversee the implementation of data policies, frameworks, and training to build internal capabilities.
• Act as a translator between technical teams and business users, ensuring meaningful data use.
• Champion data ethics and privacy; act as the organisation’s Data Protection Officer.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure insights support strategic and operational decisions.
• Take ownership of BI and other tools (e.g. Power BI, FastStats), ensure strong integration with Microsoft ecosystem.
• Support the delivery of a new Dynamics CRM system and bring together disparate data sources.

What We’re Looking For:

• Senior data leadership experience in either the charity or other sectors.
• Track record of building or transforming data teams, processes, and culture from low maturity environments.
• Strong understanding of data governance, compliance (incl. personal data), and impact measurement.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to influence and bring others on the journey.
• Experience in using data to optimise performance, marketing, and fundraising strategies.
• Hands-on experience with BI and data platforms (e.g. Power BI, FastACT, SQL, Dynamics CRM) desirable.
• A people-first, collaborative leadership style – confident, approachable, and supportive.

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead a transformation that will impact thousands of lives. If you’re passionate about using data for good and want to help build a data-literate, insight-driven culture from the ground up – we want to hear from you.

Apply now to help shape the future of data at a values-led organisation making a real difference.