Head of Data Science and Analytics

Job Description

Head of Data Science & Analytics

Manchester (Hybrid – 2 days in office)

Full-Time | Permanent

Up to £120,000 + benefits

Join one of the world’s largest independent media and entertainment groups , home to iconic brands across audio, publishing, and digital.

This new Head of Data Science & Analytics role will lead a growing UK-based function within the Audio Division , acting as a strategic partner across digital, revenue, and marketing. You'll help shape the organisation’s data vision while leading on predictive modelling, experimentation, and insight delivery at scale.

What you’ll be doing :

• Build and lead a team of data scientists, analysts, and BI engineers
• Own the strategy for how data is used to drive growth, engagement, and commercial outcomes
• Deliver predictive models to optimise audience targeting, content strategy, and advertising revenue
• Develop analytics products and tooling to support multiple business units
• Act as a key point of contact for European stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Translate complex data into actionable insight for both technical and non-technical audiences