Head of Data Sourcing

Head of Data Sourcing / Gathering | Camden, London (Office Based) | Full Time | Competitive Salary

A Head of Data Sourcing / Gathering is required to join a leading provider of economic and financial data based in London. This is a full-time, office-based position working Monday to Friday.

Please note: applicants must have previous experience working for a data vendor.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of Data Sourcing / Gathering will be responsible for the day-to-day management of IPL Data. Operating across multiple facilities, the role requires a high level of coordination to ensure accurate, high-quality data is delivered to clients efficiently and on time.

About the Company

The company provides global financial data services to financial institutions, including corporate actions, pricing, reference data and analytics.

Their flexible data solutions support trading, risk management, compliance and financial analysis across a wide range of asset classes including equities, derivatives, fixed income, economic indicators, investment funds and tax data. Services are delivered through multiple channels, including APIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of IPL Data in a hands-on leadership role
• Hold regular meetings with Heads of Departments and provide ongoing guidance and support
• Support hiring and people management activities in collaboration with the HR department
• Assist with training and development across teams
• Ensure client complaints and suggestions are managed effectively, acting as the final escalation point before the CEO
• Explore new data sources, data gathering methodologies and opportunities to utilise Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Travel as required
• Define and maintain company governance policies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into business processes
• Develop scalable and automated data products and reporting processes
• Define and monitor KPIs relating to data quality, accuracy and reliability
• Ensure compliance with company quality and security policies and procedures
• Ensure all staff operate in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Carry out any additional duties reasonably required
• Foster a collaborative and inspiring working environment where teams can develop and succeed together

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business, Economics or a related discipline
• 10+ years’ experience in data, operations and/or analytics

Required Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience in data gathering and developing data products
• Proven success delivering and implementing data strategies
• Strong understanding of industry regulations, compliance standards and best practices
• Experience managing, mentoring and developing teams
• Ability to provide subject matter expertise on data governance and best-practice principles
• Previous experience working as a Data Sourcer and developing data products

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills
• Proven track record of building and deploying data-driven solutions
• Ability to work across multiple jurisdictions
• Ability to develop and improve processes to optimise productivity and automation
• Flexible and adaptable approach

Additional Information

In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.