You will architect and lead a world-class Data Science Centre of Excellence, integrating analytics, econometrics, and data science into a unified, high-impact capability
Job Summary
You will architect and lead a world-class Data Science Centre of Excellence, integrating analytics, econometrics, and data science into a unified, high-impact capability.
Define and create the UK&I Data Science strategy, aligned to the broader Data & Analytics vision and media growth priorities.
Inspire and develop a multidisciplinary team of 40+ analysts, econometricians, data scientists and engineers—fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and inclusion.
Matching Summary
You will architect and lead a world-class Data Science Centre of Excellence, integrating analytics, econometrics, and data science into a unified, high-impact capability.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Data Science Centre of Excellence
agile MMM
incrementality
causal inference
brand equity analytics
measurement methodologies
data-driven storytelling
Nice-to-have
client-centric
commercially astute
intellectually curious
strategic influencer
executive presence
high integrity
culture builder
Key Requirements
15+ years in senior leadership roles
Deep expertise in MMM, experimentation, causal inference, forecasting, and brand-performance integration
Proven track record in pitch leadership, senior client engagement, and commercial storytelling
Demonstrated experience in AI/automation integration