Head of Data Science & Marketing Analytics

Dentsu International; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Head of Data Science to drive the strategic direction of data initiatives. This senior role involves leading a high-performance team, defining innovative data methodologies, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance client growth and business performance. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in analytics, excels in commercial storytelling, and has a proven track record of leading teams within agency environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leadership roles within agency or marketing environments.
• Deep understanding of measurement methodologies like MMM.
• Experience with AI/automation in analytics workflows.

Responsibilities

• Define the UK&I Data Science strategy aligned with growth priorities.
• Lead the Data Science Centre of Excellence and ensure operational standards.
• Drive innovation and product development in analytics solutions.

Skills

Leadership in analytics and data science

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven storytelling

Expertise in causal inference

Commercial acumen

Education

15+ years in analytics and data science

Job description

A leading marketing consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Head of Data Science to drive the strategic direction of data initiatives. This senior role involves leading a high-performance team, defining innovative data methodologies, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance client growth and business performance. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience in analytics, excels in commercial storytelling, and has a proven track record of leading teams within agency environments.