Regional Data & Analytics Leader – UK, Ireland & Europe

KFC UK & Ireland; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain in Woking seeks a Regional Data Head to drive data strategy across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. This role involves enhancing data quality, leading data governance initiatives, and partnering with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data leadership, experience in the QSR sector, and a proven ability to translate data into actionable business insights. The position offers a hybrid working model along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Company pension contributions

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Study support

25% off meals

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in data leadership roles, ideally in QSR, retail, CPG, or platform businesses.
• Proven track record of delivering business impact through data strategy, analytics platforms, and governance initiatives.
• Experience working across matrixed global organizations and collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional data strategy in alignment with global standards.
• Improve data quality and governance processes.
• Act as primary data partner for regional leadership.

Skills

Data leadership

Stakeholder management

Data strategy

Analytics platforms

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

BI tools

Data platforms

Job description

A leading fast-food chain in Woking seeks a Regional Data Head to drive data strategy across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. This role involves enhancing data quality, leading data governance initiatives, and partnering with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data leadership, experience in the QSR sector, and a proven ability to translate data into actionable business insights. The position offers a hybrid working model along with various employee benefits.