Interim Head of Data Opportunity | 12 Months Contract | Outside IR35 | Hybrid - Brighton
Lead, Innovate, and Drive Data Strategy
We're looking for an experienced data leader to shape and deliver a robust data and business intelligence strategy within a growing financial services organisation. This is a high-impact, senior role requiring a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a track record of driving data-led transformation.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Data Transformation
Define and execute a forward-thinking data and business intelligence strategy.
Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Oversee the development of a centralised data function, ensuring efficiency and alignment with business goals.
Partner with senior stakeholders to embed data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
Business Intelligence & Reporting Excellence
Establish and lead the MI & BI framework, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and impact.
Improve self-service reporting capabilities to empower teams with real-time insights.
Deliver actionable analytics that enhance commercial strategy and market positioning.
Collaborate with regional and global teams to integrate best practices and ensure alignment.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience leading data, analytics, or business intelligence teams.
Strong commercial and strategic acumen, with a track record of driving business impact through data.
Expertise in data platforms, reporting tools, and analytics solutions.
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data insights clearly.
Financial services experience is essential.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical data function, leading a team and shaping strategy in a business that values data-driven decision-making. Based in Brighton for two days a week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the rest, this role offers the perfect balance of leadership, strategy, and innovation.
If you're a dynamic data leader ready for your next challenge, please apply directly.
*Please only apply if you are in commutable distance to Brighton. Expenses will not be covered.
