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Position Overview & Specifications
- Posted:20 days ago
- Sector: Marketing & Insight Analytics
- Location: England
- Job Ref: PR/118372_1684746749
- Job Type: Permanent
- Salary: £150000 - £170000 per annum per year
- Expiry Date: 01 July 2023
- Contact: Paul Culmer
- Contact Email: paul.culmer@xcede.com
Job Description
Our client who is one of the big name's in retail and financial services are urgently looking for a Data Director to lead and deve the analytics team.
Ideally you will have a proven track record of developing and implementing data and insights strategies with Retail or Financial services.
Proven experience in a leadership role within data and insights, managing teams including insight analysts, data scientists, data engineers and reporting analysts.
Broad knowledge about the applications of data in all these contexts
CRM in financial services (e.g. current accounts, credit cards)
Advertising technology and marketing attribution,Loyalty programmes, Retail strategy and planning.
Deep expertise in at least 3 of these above 4 areas.
Knowledge of data governance policies and procedures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with managing budgets and resources.
A degree in a related field, such as maths, data analytics, computer science, or economics.
Commercial mind-set able to provide analysis of the numbers and partner business stakeholders.
Results-oriented with a track record of delivering on goals and objectives.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a high-performing team.
Capable of working independently with full ownership and the confidence to develop and manage processes end to end
An effective and articulate communicator, able to persuasively present concepts clearly and concisely to key stakeholders, adjusting style to audience
Demonstrate ability and temperament to work with sensitive information
Strong analytical skills and ability to identify trends and proactively resolve issues with financial information
Detail-oriented while also demonstrating the ability to synthesise a complex issue into a straightforward messaging.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: HR Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Data Director roles across Xcede's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £150,000 - £170,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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