Lead Data Strategist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Professional development

International collaboration

Remote-friendly culture

Cutting-edge tech

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Lead Data Strategist for a fully remote role to craft and execute our data strategy, governance, and architecture across the organization.

You will mentor a team of analysts, translate complex data into actionable business insights, and collaborate with leadership to identify data-driven opportunities. Remote-first environment enables global collaboration and cutting-edge data platforms.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in data strategy, data science, or advanced analytics.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide data strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy aligned with business goals.
• Define data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Design and oversee the architecture of data platforms and solutions.
• Lead initiatives for data collection, integration, and management from various sources.
• Champion data quality, integrity, and security across the organization.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify data-driven opportunities and solutions.
• Develop frameworks for data analysis, reporting, and visualization.
• Mentor and guide a team of data analysts and scientists.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in data science, AI, and analytics.
• Communicate complex data insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Data strategy

Data governance

Data architecture

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's or PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

SQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is actively seeking a highly skilled and innovative Lead Data Strategist for a fully remote position. This role is critical for developing and implementing data strategies that drive business insights and decision-making across the organization. The Lead Data Strategist will be responsible for defining data governance, architecting data solutions, and ensuring the ethical and effective use of data assets. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in data science, analytics, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations. This position is a remote-first opportunity, enabling collaboration with a globally distributed team. Our firm is committed to leveraging data to achieve strategic objectives and deliver exceptional value to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy aligned with business goals.
• Define data governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Design and oversee the architecture of data platforms and solutions.
• Lead initiatives for data collection, integration, and management from various sources.
• Champion data quality, integrity, and security across the organization.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify data-driven opportunities and solutions.
• Develop frameworks for data analysis, reporting, and visualization.
• Mentor and guide a team of data analysts and scientists.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in data science, AI, and analytics.
• Communicate complex data insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in data strategy, data science, or advanced analytics.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing enterprise-wide data strategies.
• Strong understanding of data governance, data architecture, and data management principles.
• Expertise in various data analysis techniques, statistical modeling, and machine learning algorithms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and SQL.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business recommendations.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, significant bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Our client provides a generous allowance for home office setup and ongoing professional development.
• Employees benefit from flexible working hours, opportunities for international collaboration, and access to cutting-edge technology and data platforms.
• Our client is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative remote work culture, supporting employee growth and well-being.
• This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of data utilization within the organization.