Rail Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation Lead

Arriva Group

Crewe

Hybrid

GBP 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Arriva Rail Services is seeking a senior leader to head Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation in Crewe. You will shape and execute the data strategy, build a central Data & Digital function, and drive enterprise-wide transformation leveraging data, BI, automation, and AI to boost performance and growth.

The role requires establishing governance, delivering dashboards, and partnering with executive stakeholders to realise measurable business outcomes.

Qualifications

Extensive leadership experience in data, analytics, or digital transformation.
Proven delivery of large-scale transformation programmes.
Degree-level qualification in data or related discipline.
Strong stakeholder engagement and financial management skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead the Rail Services Data & Digital Transformation Strategy.
Build a single source of truth for critical data and reporting.
Lead digital transformation programmes from business case to benefits.
Drive adoption of data analytics, BI, automation and AI solutions.
Establish enterprise-wide data governance, quality and compliance frameworks.
Deliver enhanced reporting, dashboards and actionable insights.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and commercial performance.
Oversee technology investment portfolios, budgets and supplier relationships.
Lead and inspire a high-performing Data & Digital team.
Partner with executives to deliver strategic business outcomes.