<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a leading financial services organisation to recruit a Head of Data on a contract basis - London based - start ASAP</p><p data-start="433" data-end="763">A leading financial services company based in London is seeking an accomplished Interim Head of Data to join the business during a pivotal period of digital and data-led transformation. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic direction of data across the organisation and influence executive-level decision-making.</p><p data-end="969" data-start="765">This role offers a high-impact mandate - overseeing the development of a modern, cloud-based data ecosystem that underpins core business operations, regulatory requirements, and next-generation analytics.</p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p> </p><p data-start="765" data-end="969"> </p><ul><li>The Head of Data will develop and execute a group-wide data strategy aligned with business objectives, focusing on governance, scalability, and innovation</li><li>Lead the evolution of a modern data platform using cloud-native technologies (e.g. Snowflake, Azure, GCP, Databricks)</li><li>Manage and mentor cross-functional teams across data engineering, analytics, governance, and data science</li><li>Promote a data-as-a-product culture, enabling self-serve capabilities and empowering business users</li><li>Introduce scalable data governance frameworks using industry-leading tooling (e.g. Collibra, Alation, Monte Carlo)</li><li>Oversee the delivery of AI/ML initiatives and advanced analytics use cases in partnership with business and product teams</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (FCA, GDPR) while enabling data innovation</li><li>Report directly into senior leadership (e.g., CTO, CDO), influencing data-driven decision-making across the enterprise</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>The Head of Data will have extensive experience in senior data leadership roles, ideally within financial services, fintech, or regulated industries</li><li>Proven success in designing and implementing cloud-based data platforms (Azure, GCP, or AWS)</li><li>Strong knowledge of modern data architecture (e.g., event-driven design, data mesh, ELT pipelines)</li><li>Deep understanding of data governance, privacy, quality, and lineage within regulated environments</li><li>Ability to lead high-performing teams through transformation and change</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at the executive level</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading financial services organisation with offices in London</li><li>On site required </li><li>Outside IR35</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjQ0ODEzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Business Analyst</p><p><strong>Industry: </strong>Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company</p><p> </p><p><strong>Reports To: </strong>Transformation Programme Manager</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid/Remote (UK)</p><p><strong>Pay: </strong>Day Rate (DOE), Inside IR35</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p><p>The Business Analyst will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing and supply chain initiatives by gathering and analysing business requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing to the execution of processes, systems enhancements, and transformation projects.</p><p>This position is essential in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards whilst striving to optimise efficiency, data accuracy, and cross-functional operations across departments such as Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Regulatory Affairs.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p id="business-analysis--process-mapping"><strong>Business Analysis & Process Mapping:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Collect, document, and validate business and user requirements related to manufacturing processes, quality systems, and associated initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Develop process maps for both current ("as-is") workflows and envisioned ("to-be") workflows, using tools such as Visio or Lucidchart.</p></li><li><p>Highlight inefficiencies, identify gaps, and pinpoint opportunities for streamlining workflows or introducing automation.</p></li></ul><p id="project--change-support"><strong>Project & Change Support:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Transform business needs into clear, detailed functional specifications for system updates or changes to processes.</p></li><li><p>Support project delivery by ensuring the traceability of requirements, drafting test cases, and coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT).</p></li><li><p>Partner with Project Managers to stay aligned with deliverables, key milestones, and strategic goals.</p></li></ul><p id="data--systems"><strong>Data & Systems:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Assist in data analysis and prepare reports on metrics like production performance, quality assurance, and capacity planning.</p></li><li><p>Serve as the bridge between technical experts and manufacturing teams during system updates or new implementations.</p></li></ul><p id="stakeholder-engagement"><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Lead workshops and engage in discussions with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, engineering, IT, and supply chain.</p></li><li><p>Ensure effective communication between developers and business subject matter experts (SMEs).</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with regulatory, validation, and compliance representatives to maintain adherence to standards.</p></li></ul><p id="competencies"><strong>Competencies:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Entrepreneurial & Commercial Acumen</p></li><li><p>Clear Presentation & Communication</p></li><li><p>Strategic Thinking & Concept Development</p></li><li><p>Proactivity & Decision-Making Skills</p></li><li><p>Delivering Results & Meeting Expectations</p></li><li><p>Influencing & Persuasion </p></li></ul><p id="essential"><strong>Essential:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry. </p></li><li><p>Demonstrates commitment to excellence, a passion for achieving results, integrity, teamwork, and ambition.</p></li><li><p>At least four years of professional experience in Business Analysis focused on transformation or change management initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail.</p></li><li><p>Highly adaptable to complex, cross-functional settings with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.</p></li><li><p>Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.</p></li></ul><p id="desirable"><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Familiarity with tools and technologies like ERP, LIMS, MES, RPA, or data analytics platforms.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery approaches.</p></li><li><p>Awareness of pharmaceutical regulations and standards, including GxP, GMP, GDP, or equivalent.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in using business process modelling tools such as BPMN, Visio, ARIS, or Lucidchart.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLkNoYWxtZXJzLjU5ODY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
