Director of Data Science – Telecommunications

aitherasrl; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative telecommunications company is seeking a Director of Data Science to spearhead their data initiatives in a hybrid work setup. This leadership role requires extensive experience in data science and analytics, particularly within the telecommunications sector. The successful candidate will define a data strategy, lead multidisciplinary teams, and collaborate closely with various stakeholders while driving impactful business outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work setup

Executive-level role

Impactful work

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data science or analytics.
• Strong track record in telecommunications or related industries.
• Experience building data science teams in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company's data science strategy.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive analytics initiatives.
• Present data findings to C-level stakeholders.

Skills

Data science

Advanced analytics

Team leadership

Data governance

Communication skills

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

Director of Data Science – Telecommunications

United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Full-time

Native English or C2 required

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Director of Data Science to lead data initiatives within a fast-evolving telecommunications environment. You will own the definition and execution of a cross-functional data strategy focused on operational efficiency, customer experience, network performance, and decision support.

This is a senior leadership role ideal for candidates with a proven record in leading data organizations, driving impactful analytics projects, and navigating complex stakeholder ecosystems in telco or infrastructure-driven industries.

Key Responsibilities

• • Define and execute the company's data science and advanced analytics vision.
• • Lead a team of data scientists, analysts, and data engineers across multiple domains (CX, churn, network operations, commercial performance).
• • Develop strategic partnerships with Technology, Product, and Customer Operations to embed data into decision-making processes.
• • Guide large-scale analytics initiatives, including descriptive, diagnostic, and prescriptive analytics use cases.
• • Ensure strong data governance, quality, and operationalization of insights across business functions.
• • Present to C-level stakeholders and translate data findings into actionable business outcomes.

Required Experience & Skills

• • 10+ years of experience in data science, advanced analytics, or quantitative research.
• • Strong track record in telecommunications, utilities, or adjacent infrastructure-heavy sectors.
• • Experience building and scaling data science teams in matrixed or multi-country environments.
• • Excellent understanding of data lifecycle: data modeling, transformation, visualization, KPI design, and strategic reporting.
• • Familiarity with enterprise data platforms, BI tools (Power BI, Tableau), SQL, and cloud-based data ecosystems.
• • Demonstrated ability to deliver business value through data in cross-functional settings.
• • Outstanding communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
• • Native English or formal C2-level certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• • Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., data science + analytics + reporting).
• • Previous responsibility for data strategy or transformation in a scale-up or enterprise setting.

What We Offer

• • Executive-level role in a tech-driven, high-impact company
• • Autonomy in shaping and scaling data capabilities
• • Competitive salary and incentive structure
• • Flexible work setup (hybrid UK)
• • Impactful work connected to next-generation telco

Interested in this position?

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