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Group Head of Data Science (London)

Harnham
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Building Data Science and Machine Learning Teams in the UK | The Talent Driving The Data and AI Revolution

Group Head of Data Science

Up to 200,000

London (Hybrid + occasional travel to Europe)

Company:

A leading gambling group operating across Europe. They combine local expertise with global scale to deliver fun, responsible, and innovative gaming while generating meaningful impact for the communities we serve. They're now building a centralised data function to unify and scale data efforts across their group of businesses, using technology to drive transparency, efficiency, and growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Define and drive the vision for a centralised data science function across all brands and business units.
  • Develop and deliver the group-wide data strategy in alignment with executive leadership
  • Build out the team further over time, including hiring and capability development.
  • Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among data teams in different countries and business units
  • Serve as the main point of contact for senior stakeholders across marketing, product, technology, and operations.
  • Ensure high standards in project delivery, governance, and impact measurement.
  • Drive adoption of modern machine learning methods and emerging technologies (including Generative AI).
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, customer experience, and revenue through advanced analytics.

Requirements:

  • MSc or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Mathematics, Statistics or related fields.
  • Solid background in Data Science (though this is not a hands-on technical role)
  • Experience managing small, high-performing teams
  • A confident and strategic leader
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

How to Apply:

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Emily Burgess via the Apply link on this page

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Analyst
  • Industries

    Gambling Facilities and Casinos

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