Senior Director, AI, Data & Analytics

Senior Director, AI, Data & Analytics London, 2 days a week in office | Up to £165,000 This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the data, analytics and AI strategy within a highly influential organisation operating in a complex, international environment. Sitting within the senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how data, insight and advanced analytics drive commercial decision-making, operational efficiency and digital transformation. The Company This organisation operates within a highly regulated global sector and supports strategic sourcing and supply chain activities across international markets. They are investing significantly in their data, analytics and AI capabilities to ensure data becomes a strategic asset across the business. The Role Senior Director, AI, Data & Analytics, you will be responsible for defining and delivering the organisation's enterprise data, analytics and AI strategy. Responsibilities include: • Developing and executing the overall data, analytics and AI roadmap aligned to business priorities • Leading multiple teams across data engineering, analytics, business intelligence, insight and data science • Driving adoption of data-driven decision-making across senior leadership and business functions • Establishing robust data governance frameworks, ownership models and data quality standards • Shaping the organisation's approach to AI and machine learning, identifying opportunities to create measurable business value • Overseeing modern data platforms, architecture and analytics capabilities • Delivering strategic insight that influences commercial, operational and procurement decisions • Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders across a complex matrix environment • Championing data literacy and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement • Managing and developing a high-performing team while supporting ongoing capability growth Your Skills & Experience You will bring: • Experience in a senior leadership role within data, analytics, business intelligence or insights • A proven track record of developing and implementing enterprise data strategies • Strong expertise across analytics, reporting, business intelligence and strategic insight • Experience leading advanced analytics, machine learning or data science functions • Knowledge of data governance, data quality and enterprise data management best practices • Experience operating within large, complex or matrix organisations • The ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive organisational change • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate data into business outcomes • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and creating high-performance cultures • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What They Offer • Salary up to £165,000 • Senior leadership position with significant strategic influence • Opportunity to shape and mature enterprise data, analytics and AI capabilities • Leadership responsibility for a sizeable multidisciplinary team • Exposure to complex, business-critical transformation initiatives • Collaborative culture with strong executive sponsorship • Excellent long-term career progression opportunities How to Apply If this sounds like the role for you, apply below!