Head of Data & Analytics

Role Overview

• Define and execute the organisation's Data & Analytics strategy, aligned to business objectives and long-term growth plans
• Develop and champion a data-driven culture across the organisation, enabling leaders to make informed decisions through trusted data and insights
• Act as the senior data leader and trusted advisor to the executive team on all matters relating to data, reporting, analytics, and performance measurement
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing Data & Analytics function, creating clear career pathways and fostering continuous development
• Oversee the delivery of business intelligence, reporting, and analytical solutions across the organisation
• Develop meaningful KPIs, dashboards, and performance frameworks that provide visibility of business performance
• Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for growth, efficiency improvements, and enhanced patient experiences through data
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences
• Work closely with Technology and Product teams to shape and evolve the organisation's data architecture and analytics ecosystem
• Establish robust data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, consistency, security, and compliance
• Drive improvements in data accessibility, reliability, and self-service analytics capabilities
• Implement best practices for data management, modelling, documentation, and reporting standards
• Identify opportunities to leverage advanced analytics, automation, predictive modelling, and AI-driven insights to create business value
• Lead initiatives that optimise operational efficiency, patient journeys, clinical outcomes, inventory management, and commercial performance
• Encourage experimentation and innovation, ensuring the organisation remains at the forefront of modern analytics practices
• Partner with senior leaders across the business to understand strategic priorities and translate them into data solutions
• Manage the analytics roadmap, ensuring initiatives are prioritised based on business value and delivered effectively
• Present insights, trends, and recommendations to executive and leadership teams
• Own and deliver departmental OKRs and KPIs aligned to organisational objectives
• Establish measurement frameworks that enable the business to track performance, identify opportunities, and make informed decisions
• Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance data capabilities
• Participate in ongoing professional development and encourage a culture of continuous learning within the team
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements
• Promote best practice in data privacy, security, and risk management.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in Data, Analytics, Business Intelligence, or related leadership roles
• Experience leading and developing high-performing analytics or data teams
• Proven track record of building and executing data strategies that drive measurable business outcomes
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate business challenges into analytical solutions
• Extensive experience designing and implementing BI and analytics frameworks within a fast-paced, scaling organisation
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and modern BI platforms such as Looker, Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience working with modern data architectures, data warehouses, and cloud-based analytics platforms
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior leadership and executive teams
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for non-technical audiences.

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• SQL
• Tableau

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (rising to 27 after year one and 30 after year three) + 8 bank holidays
• Up to 5% employer matching contributions
• Work-from-home options, cycle-to-work scheme and more
• Private healthcare
• Collaborate across teams and represent Montu at events, with support to grow your skills and impact
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave