Data Analytics Lead

TOM People; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TOM People is seeking an experienced Data Analytics Professional to lead the analytics function and deliver data-led insights across the business. You will work closely with the CFO and COO to shape the analytics roadmap and ensure reporting is aligned with strategic objectives.

This senior role balances leadership with hands-on delivery, driving dashboards, governance and data initiatives while engaging with senior stakeholders to enable data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading analytics, BI or data functions in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Strong hands-on expertise delivering reporting, dashboards and analytics using Power BI, SQL and modern Microsoft data technologies.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with day-to-day delivery and execution.
• Experience partnering with C-suite leaders, especially Finance and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Analytics function, aligning reporting, insights, and data initiatives with business priorities.
• Partner with CFO/COO and senior leadership to define KPIs and support strategic decisions.
• Own the development of reporting and analytics capabilities, creating a trusted single source of truth for performance.
• Drive the design and delivery of dashboards and analytical solutions using Power BI and Microsoft stack.
• Establish data governance, quality, and reporting standards, ensuring data is accessible and trusted.
• Translate business requirements into practical analytics solutions for technical teams.
• Lead insight generation across finance, operations, commercial, and customer functions.
• Champion data-driven decision making and drive adoption of analytics tools.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data storytelling

Problem solving

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Microsoft data stack

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Data Analytics Professional to lead and take ownership of the organisation's analytics function and drive the delivery of data-led insights across the business.

Working closely with the CFO and COO, this is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping the analytics roadmap, coordinating data initiatives across multiple business functions and ensuring reporting, insight and governance activities are aligned to strategic business objectives.

This role requires a unique blend of leadership and hands-on delivery. You'll engage with senior stakeholders, define priorities, establish best practices and lead analytics initiatives, while also remaining close to the data, reporting and insight generation that supports business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Analytics function, ensuring reporting, insight and data initiatives are aligned to business priorities and delivered effectively.
• Partner closely with the CFO, COO and senior leadership team to define KPIs, identify opportunities for improvement and support strategic decision-making.
• Own the development and evolution of the organisation's reporting and analytics capabilities, creating a trusted single source of truth across operational and financial performance.
• Drive the design, delivery and continuous improvement of dashboards, management reporting and analytical solutions using Power BI and the Microsoft data stack.
• Establish strong data governance, quality and reporting standards, ensuring data is accessible, trusted and optimised for business use.
• Act as the key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating business requirements into practical analytics solutions.
• Lead insight generation across finance, operations, commercial and customer-facing functions, turning complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Champion data-driven decision making across the organisation, driving adoption and engagement with analytics tools and reporting.

Ideal Background

• Proven experience leading analytics, BI or data functions within a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Strong hands-on expertise delivering reporting, dashboards and analytical solutions using Power BI, SQL and modern Microsoft data technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership with day-to-day delivery and execution.
• Experience working closely with C-suite stakeholders, particularly Finance and Operations leaders.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, KPI development, reporting frameworks and performance management.
• Track record of establishing governance, standards and best practices across reporting and analytics environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and challenge senior decision makers.
• Experience operating within a growing or transformation-focused organisation would be highly advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced analytics leader to shape and lead a growing data function while working closely with executive leadership. The role offers significant visibility across the organisation and the opportunity to directly influence operational and commercial performance through data-driven decision making. There is a competitive salary package on offer.