Head of Data Transformation

Head of Data Transformation & Analytics – £140,000 + Benefits

Location: London – Hybrid (3 Days Per Week Onsite)

Salary: £140,000 + Excellent Benefits

Contract: 12–18 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Data Transformation & Analytics to join a globally established organisation operating within the commodities sector. My client is embarking on a major business transformation programme spanning people, processes, data and technology, including the implementation of enterprise platforms across ERP, Treasury, Tax and Analytics. This senior leadership role will take ownership of the Data Transformation workstream, establishing the strategy, governance, data quality and migration capabilities required to support successful enterprise-wide transformation. The successful candidate will combine strategic leadership with hands-on delivery experience, working closely with senior stakeholders, technology teams and external partners.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Transformation workstream within a major enterprise transformation programme.
• Define and implement the enterprise data strategy, governance framework and transformation roadmap.
• Own ERP data readiness and migration, including profiling, cleansing, mapping, validation, reconciliation and cutover.
• Establish robust data governance, ownership, stewardship and data quality frameworks.
• Oversee data architecture and integration across Microsoft Dynamics 365, Treasury platforms and the Microsoft Azure data estate.
• Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to manage dependencies and drive successful delivery.
• Lead Data Engineering, BI and Analytics teams alongside specialist delivery partners.
• Improve enterprise reporting, analytics and data controls while establishing a sustainable Data & Analytics operating model.
• Manage programme budgets, suppliers, delivery milestones, risks and resources.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Head of Data, Data Transformation Director, Chief Data Officer or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience leading enterprise data transformation alongside major ERP implementations.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP S/4HANA or Oracle Fusion, including complex data migration.
• Extensive knowledge of data governance, quality, master data management and enterprise data strategy.
• Hands-on experience delivering ERP data migrations, including cleansing, mapping, reconciliation and cutover.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, Fabric, Power BI and Purview would be advantageous.
• Strong leadership experience across Data Engineering, BI, Analytics and external partners.
• Excellent senior stakeholder management and programme delivery capabilities.
• Experience within commodities, trading, financial services or complex international environments would be beneficial.

Package & Benefits

• £140,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus
• Competitive pension scheme
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Life assurance