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Person Specification

Head of Data and Analytics

In your application, please address as many of the criteria of PART ONE as you can. Those candidates that are subsequently taken forward to the longlist will also have PART TWO assessed

 

PART ONE

Essential

  1. Evidence of successfully leading and managing a team in the field of data analytics that has meaningfully improved the data literacy levels of an organisation.
  2. Proven track record of data analysis and synthesis, showing an understanding of and application of a range of techniques for data profiling, including system analysis from a complex single source and bringing multiple data sources together in a conformed model for analysis.
  3. Evidence of expertise in the data development process. Establishing enterprise-scale data integration procedures across the data development life cycle, and ensuring teams adhere to them.
  4. Proven track record of defining and managing the data governance strategy for a complex organisation and connecting it with the wider organisational strategy. Incorporating Design, implement and monitor data governance within a large organisation, throughout the data life cycle.
  5. Evidence of innovating in embracing emerging trends in data-related approaches for the benefit of an organisation.

 

Desirable

  1. Proven track record of successfully communicating between the technical and non-technical: mediating between people, advancing relationships and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  2. Evidence of successfully managing resources to ensure that data services work effectively at an enterprise level.

 

PART TWO

Requirements and General Skills

  1. Excellent communication skills (written/verbal)
  2. Technical understanding: anticipate and advise on future technology changes that present opportunities for the product or programme
  3. Visible and effective leadership/management skills and the ability to understand new concepts, and quickly appreciate what the product is expected to deliver.
  4. Meticulous attention to detail; strong organisational skills
  5. Passionate about customer experience
  6. Excellent interpersonal skills/ability to interact and collaborate with staff at all levels
  7. Commitment to “internal client” and customer service principles
  8. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment