Head Of Data (Analytics and Data Science)

Head Of Data (Analytics and Data Science)

Location -2 possible locations - Rochdale (Northern Hub) or London (Southern Hub) - Hybrid. 1 day in office, 4 days remote

We're looking for an ambitious and commercially focused Head of Data (Analytics & Data Science) to lead and grow our data capability at a pivotal stage in our transformation journey.

This is a high-profile leadership opportunity where you'll shape how data drives decision-making across the organisation, influence strategic priorities, and develop a talented team spanning data science, analytics and business intelligence. You'll combine strategic leadership with hands-on expertise, helping create innovative, data-driven solutions that deliver measurable business value.

At Marston Holdings, we partner with public and private sector organisations to design, deliver and enforce essential services, combining operational expertise with market-leading technology. Data sits at the heart of our future growth, making this a role with genuine business wide impact.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead, develop and inspire a team of analysts and data scientists, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Identify opportunities to drive efficiencies, performance improvements and strategic change through data.

• Shape and expand our Data Science and AI capability, developing roadmaps and delivering measurable outcomes.

• Work closely with data engineering and business stakeholders to create and maintain a trusted, single version of the truth.

• Influence both data strategy and wider business strategy, ensuring the right skills, tools and resources are in place for future success.

• Support the delivery of high-quality analytics, insights and data products that create tangible business value.

• Communicate complex findings clearly and persuasively to senior leaders, executives and board-level stakeholders.

• Champion an insight-led culture across the organisation.

What we're looking for:

Essential:

• Proven experience leading and developing data teams across at least two of the following areas: reporting, analytics and data science.

• Strong track record of identifying business opportunities and delivering value through data-driven initiatives.

• Hands-on technical expertise in SQL and working with large, complex datasets.

• Experience with tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Python, statistics and/or machine learning.

• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.

• A proactive, can-do attitude, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Degree-level education in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or a related discipline.

Desirable

• Experience within enforcement, compliance or other regulated industries.

• Knowledge of operational performance metrics and case management environments

What you will get in return:

• 25 annual leave days plus bank holidays

• Car Allowance

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Package NB subject to eligibility criteria.

• Health Cash Back Plan

• Staff benefits designed to suit you, from discounts on high street and online shopping to travel, socialising and wellbeing.

• Pension Scheme

If this sounds like the job for you, please apply .

New starters will be subject to clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and a County Court Judgment check. In addition, the post holder is expected to keep the Company updated if their personal circumstances change.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees