Data Science and Analytics Manager

Data Science & Analytics Manager
Remote Based

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Data & Analytics Manager to lead and evolve an organisation’s analytics capability within a highly technical, innovation-focused environment.

This is a strategic leadership role with real influence. You will shape how data science is applied across complex systems, drive performance improvements through advanced modelling, and support the development of next-generation technologies. You will collaborate with internal engineering teams, external partners, and academic institutions while building and mentoring a high-performing analytics function.

The Role

You will take ownership of end-to-end analytics delivery — from identifying opportunities and sourcing data through to modelling, simulation, deployment, and performance evaluation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the identification and adoption of advanced data science and analytics capabilities to improve organisational performance.
  
  
• Overseeing the full lifecycle of analytics solutions, including development, validation, deployment, and monitoring.
  
  
• Providing expert guidance on complex analytical challenges, selecting appropriate data sources and modelling approaches.
  
  
• Leading large-scale data initiatives, including sourcing, preparing, validating, and exploiting internal and external datasets.
  
  
• Applying modelling and simulation techniques to generate theoretical performance predictions.
  
  
• Developing robust test methodologies to assess real-world system performance.
  
  
• Analysing measured outcomes and providing clear recommendations to inform design improvements.
  
  
• Designing and evaluating correlation, fusion, and rule-based logic algorithms to support performance assessment.
  
  
• Establishing and promoting data science standards, governance, and best practice.
  
  
• Supporting and developing data scientists through structured task definition, objective setting, and performance oversight.
  
  
• Working closely with cross-functional teams and external collaborators to ensure successful project delivery.
  
  Skills & Experience
  
  We are looking for a technically strong and commercially aware analytics leader with:
  
  
• A proven background in analysis, modelling, and simulation within technology-driven or security-focused environments.
  
  
• Strong experience applying statistical modelling techniques to complex, real-world datasets.
  
  
• Excellent proficiency in SQL, Python, R, VBA, and SAS.
  
  
• Experience managing data requirements, analytical workflows, and structured data models.
  
  
• The ability to communicate complex findings clearly and confidently to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  
  
• Demonstrated leadership capability, including overseeing analytical delivery and developing team members.
  
  
• A creative, inquisitive mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions and propose innovative solutions.
  
  Experience within advanced monitoring, aerospace, defence, or critical infrastructure environments would be advantageous but is not essential.
  
  Why Apply?
  
  This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape analytics capability at an organisational level. You will work on technically challenging programmes, influence advanced technology development, and operate within a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
  
  If you are an experienced analytics leader looking for a role with real ownership and strategic influence, we would welcome your ap