As Head of Data Science, 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
As Head of Data Science, 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.
You will be a strategic partner to Carat, iProspect, and dentsu X—shaping pitches, influencing client decisioning, and setting the gold standard for media effectiveness across UK&I.
Inspire and develop a multidisciplinary team of 40+ analysts, econometricians, data scientists and engineers—fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and inclusion.
Matching Summary
As Head of Data Science, 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 and Incrementality
Causal Inference and Experimentation
Client C-suite decisioning
Data-driven storytelling
Lead Measurement & Effectiveness strategy
Nice-to-have
Client-centric and commercially astute
Strategic influencer across disciplines
Executive presence and trusted advisor
Culture builder and talent magnet
Key Requirements
15+ years senior leadership experience
Expertise in MMM, experimentation, causal inference
Proven track record in pitch leadership
Demonstrated experience in AI/automation integration