Head Of Data And Analytics

United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Job Description


Job Summary

Leadership of the Data and Analytics function and overall data architecture for Maximus UK. Contribute to the definition of data and BI Roadmaps for each business unit, highlighting opportunities for additional value from data and analytics. Ensure appropriates standards and processes are in place for effective governance of data protection and information security.

Essential Job Duties

  • Develop a high-level future state vision and delivery roadmap for BI architecture, data management and analytics
  • Lead the definition of BI solutions for bids and new contracts
  • Continually develop best practice and increase BI effectiveness
BI Architecture
  • Develop technical relationships with internal and external clients, and data suppliers and maintain an appropriate understanding of business processes, application systems and data.
  • Partner with Technology colleagues on the definition, delivery and maintenance of BI infrastructure and platforms including reporting & analytical toolsets
  • Ensure architecture and solutions meet Legal, Regulatory and Contractual requirements for Data Protection and Information Security
Data Management
  • Lead delivery and maintenance of effective data platforms, data pipelines and analytical databases across MAXIMUS UK
  • Lead data architecture, data lake / data warehouse design using Azure BI / Analytics platform, and publishing of data within reporting / analytical platforms
  • Support effective Data Governance and ensuring data quality, security, availability and timeliness
Forecasting and Analytics
  • Leadership of the Forecasting & Planning function across MAXIMUS UK businesses
  • Develop and embed AI and ML offering across the MAXIMUS UK businesses
  • Working collaboratively with the Reporting\\Data Visualisation team and key stakeholders in the production of data assets that support the development of insight
Education and Experience Requirements
  • Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
  • 5+ years Data / BI head of function experience or similar level in Technology leadership
  • Experienced in recruiting, motivating and managing teams in Agile environments
  • Comprehensive knowledge of data management, visualisation and analytics platforms, systems and solutions
  • Understanding of Azure Data Lake and analytics components including as Data Bricks / Python, Data Factory, Synapse and Analysis Services
  • Experience of defining and monitoring budgets, and contributing to business planning processes
  • Track record delivering strategic data insights including test and learn using ROI measurement
  • Experience of analysis of complex data sets and design of integrated data models / data flows
Individual competencies
  • Ability to lead development and delivery of end-to-end data and analytics solutions
  • Strong business acumen and good level of commercial awareness
  • Excellent collaborator, bringing together Technology and Customer stakeholders internally and externally to deliver projects
  • The ability to clearly articulate complex technical solutions to non-specialist audiences
  • Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders
  • Comfortable in empowering and motivating individuals and teams
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with a strong sense of prioritisation and time management
  • Strong analytical skills set with an ability to think strategically, challenge the status quo, and provide recommendations
  • Passionate about BI products and driving best in class customer experience
Equal Employer Opportunities Statement

MAXIMUS is committed to developing, maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity in employment in which our employees as well as candidates for employment are treated equitably. We understand that a diverse workforce adds to our competitive advantage; and as such, we aim to ensure that job applicants do not receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, marital status, disability, age, part-time or fixed term contract status, sexual orientation or religion, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements that cannot be shown to be justifiable. Advertisements for posts will include sufficiently clear and accurate information to enable potential applicants to assess their own suitability for the post.

Where reasonable, MAXIMUS will review and consider adjustments for those applicants who express a requirement for them during the recruitment process.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2993173
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    United Kingdom, United Kingdom
  • Education
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