Head of Data

Key Responsibilities

The Corporate Head of Data has specific responsibility for the design, delivery, operation of data services, Infrastructure and systems for the shared Digital & IT Service across Kingston and Sutton Councils. The role is responsible for implementing and developing the data strategy, managing the data program budget, and ensuring that the data program and team provides high-quality, efficient, and effective data services to the Councils and their residents.

Qualification & Requirements

• We are looking for someone with exceptional leadership skills who can lead the transformation in how two Councils can use data to deliver for their residents.
• You will be working with people from across the Councils and with partners and colleagues from across London to shape and influence the use of data in the delivery and transformation in Council Services. You must have excellent communication skills and be able to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• You will be leading a team to deliver the data architecture, platforms and tools we need along with establishing the data governance and oversight that ensures data quality and accurate outcomes. You will have the opportunity to  build and mentor this team.
• You must have experience in delivering data services and working with complex data sets, with a well developed knowledge of data tools and technologies.

Benefits

As an organization that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across however big or small; will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.

In addition we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff supported by our IT infrastructure, Google Chromebooks and Google Apps, which have acted as a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. We operate hybrid working, a flexible working model which allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week. It enables staff to achieve a work life balance whilst still meeting the needs of the organization.

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)
• Three volunteering days per year in Kingston or Sutton
• Flexible and agile working arrangements
• Comprehensive learning and development program
• Discounts on a range of local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centers
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
• Zip car scheme
• Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
• Confidential wellbeing and counselling support
• Subsidized gym membership