Head of Data & Analytics

Overview:

Head of Data & Analytics

Flexible for location - Hybrid working

We are thrilled to announce we are currently looking for a Head of Data & Analytics who will lead the business through all efforts that drive business performance and potential by using existing and new data sources and techniques.

You will lead the implementation and ongoing development of a data and analytics department. The Head of Data & Analytics serves as an advisor to the leadership team to develop and deliver insights which will improve decision making and automate processes.

With more than 170 locations across the UK and Ireland, Lookers PLC is one of the UK’s largest automotive retailers. We sell new and used vehicles – that’s cars, vans, and motorcycles – representing 34 of the biggest and best manufacturers as well as providing fleet & leasing and aftersales services. Lookers’ vision is to become the UK’s leading integrated automotive retail and services group. Each of our strategic goals requires data to act as an enabler.

Responsibilities:

• Shaping, delivering, and overseeing the company’s data strategy and wider data-related initiatives to drive value and improvement
• Creating and fostering a data-driven culture throughout the business
• Ensuring robust data quality across the company and application of data governance standards
• Managing the data leadership model and governance structure
• Managing activity pipeline and strategic engagement within the company
• Responsible for delivering data-led strategic insights to support decision making and monitoring outcomes

Qualifications:

Coming from a similar background in terms of company size and scope, you will be well versed in bringing a real strategic plan from paper to reality. You will relish the opportunity to work from a blank slate and bring everyone on board during the journey too. You will get true job satisfaction knowing you have delivered this important function to the group, the proof will be when we can make real commercial decisions both in terms of investment and savings through the importance of the Data journey.

Communication is key, as you will showcase this in varying methods in this role whilst not forgetting you will be exposed to sensitive information at times, so being discreet and protecting confidential material is a must.

About us: Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;

• Enhanced holidays that increase with service
• Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
• Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
• Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• For some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus.

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. So? What are you waiting for? Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check.