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OVERVIEW The Lead Data Engineer is responsible for building and leading our data engineering capabilities across EMEA and setting technical standards. This senior technical leadership role will drive the strategic vision for our data engineering practice, deliver complex client solutions, and grow the data engineering team to support our expanding client base. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams … to create scalable, efficient data architectures that power our AI and data analytics solutions. This role requires a technically excellent, strategic thinker with proven experience in leading data engineering teams and implementing enterprise-scale data solutions. JOB PURPOSE As part of the EMEA Data craft team, you will be responsible for shaping and executing our data engineering strategy, delivering … for action, excellent communication skills, and the ability to bridge the gap between technical solutions and business stakeholders is essential to succeed in this role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the strategic development of our data engineering proposition and capabilities Set technical standards and best practices for data engineering across EMEA Guide and mentor data engineers, fostering a culture of technical More ❯

At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our client's challenges of today and tomorrow. Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by … Finance functions. Architecture & System Design: Demonstrate expertise in architecture frameworks, system integration, and data management. Business & Industry Knowledge: Understand operational needs and articulate leading practices for enterprise operating models. Strategic Advisory: Help clients leverage SAP, Oracle, or Workday applications to drive business success and competitive advantage. Digital Transformation Support: Guide clients through ERP transformations, including migration to SAP S …/4HANA and Intelligent Enterprise solutions. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal teams, senior leadership, and strategic alliance partners. Mentorship & Development: Support and mentor junior digital architects, fostering growth through formal management and informal coaching. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities More ❯

At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our client's challenges of today and tomorrow. Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by … Finance functions. Architecture & System Design: Demonstrate expertise in architecture frameworks, system integration, and data management. Business & Industry Knowledge: Understand operational needs and articulate leading practices for enterprise operating models. Strategic Advisory: Help clients leverage SAP, Oracle, or Workday applications to drive business success and competitive advantage. Digital Transformation Support: Guide clients through ERP transformations, including migration to SAP S …/4HANA and Intelligent Enterprise solutions. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with internal teams, senior leadership, and strategic alliance partners. Mentorship & Development: Support and mentor junior digital architects, fostering growth through formal management and informal coaching. As part of your role you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities More ❯

Main Responsibilities (but not limited to): Coordinate and where appropriate lead on the end-to-end management of business change across the organisation, ensuring alignment with Ruby Energy's strategic objectives and transformation goals. Project manage change initiatives within the wider business operations function, including systems integration across the group of businesses, and collaborate with key teams to drive … are engaged throughout the process. Ensure business readiness for change by supporting the implementation of process improvements, system upgrades, test and train cycles and new technologies that align with strategic objectives. Monitor the progress of change initiatives, managing risks, dependencies, and project milestones to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. Provide guidance and support to the wider operations team More ❯

or a related discipline or qualified by experience. An advanced degree or recognised innovation management qualification would be advantageous. Strong track record of delivering impactful service transformation initiatives, demonstrating strategic vision and driving delivery and practical knowledge of implementing service, innovation and systems design approaches in large scale programmes. Strong strategic thinking, strategic leadership and influencing … skills. Demonstrated leadership in service design and transformation, including mentoring colleagues and contributing to best practice initiatives. Proven experience applying innovation methodologies such as Design Thinking, Lean Startup, and Agile to solve complex service challenges and deliver user-centred solutions. Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary projects in multi-stakeholder environments along with experience of delivering innovative design-led solutions More ❯

stakeholders, ensuring alignment of needs through to strategy. Ensure successful delivery of changes to the Platform(s) both in terms of quality and value. You will play a critical strategic role in the success of the platform which underpins the delivery of great customer experiences. The role is accountable for the successful delivery of outputs, developing our central architecture … owning the product backlog and managing stakeholders. You will lead in a matrix environment, influencing your stakeholders across the organisation to drive strategic change. Working closely with product owners and managers, you'll ensure the successful delivery of a programme of work that will transform how Jisc operates internally and how it delivers products and services to our community. … the impact of change initiatives, engaging stakeholders, and resolving conflicts around requirements or outcomes. Deliverables-Driven Demonstrated ability to deliver key outputs and balance project work with operational responsibilities. Strategic Thinking Familiar with stakeholder mapping techniques (RACI knowledge is a plus) and experienced in applying ITIL principles across change management, service delivery, or product management. Security & Privacy by More ❯

Proven leadership experience in IT Systems - in a supervisory or lead capacity. Strong technical background in Microsoft Desktop and Server products, with a hands-on approach when needed. Demonstrated strategic thinking and ability to align technology solutions with business objectives. Exceptional communication skills, able to clearly convey complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Skilled in More ❯

in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts … PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. We challenge where it matters and own the outcome. We combine strategic thinking, customer-centric service design, and agile engineering practices to accelerate innovation in a tech-driven world. Join our Digital & Data team working alongside product, design and a … client relationships while fostering high-performing and motivated teams. Design Excellence: Produce exceptional design deliverables across the entire design spectrum. Drive innovation, ensure quality, and consistently meet project deadlines. Strategic Leadership: Build teams that work on complex projects. Shape design approaches, influence client decisions, and mentor design colleagues. Contribute to business development by creating new client offers and enhancing More ❯

Zenith Training is the fast-growing learning and development division of Zenith People. We work across various sectors, integrating strategic thinking with innovative training to help businesses deliver their strategy and future growth across the North East. As an Ofsted Rated Good provider and ISO 9001:2015 certified organisation, we re committed to maintaining the highest standards of More ❯

very much a hands-on technical role in a Lead capacity for a seasoned engineer who can make an impact from day one, combining your technical know-how and strategic thinking to deliver the ongoing workplace technology strategy. You will engage with key stakeholders both in the UK and Australia, so communication skills and gravitas a crucial to More ❯

very much a hands-on technical role in a Lead capacity for a seasoned engineer who can make an impact from day one, combining your technical know-how and strategic thinking to deliver the ongoing workplace technology strategy. You will engage with key stakeholders both in the UK and Australia, so communication skills and gravitas a crucial to More ❯

strategy, data, media and creativity together to drive exceptional results. We're now hiring a Programmatic Lead to take charge of programmatic ad sales and delivery - blending technical expertise, strategic oversight, and hands-on revenue generation to drive success for retail media clients. What you'll do: Revenue Strategy & Delivery Own the client programmatic advertising sales strategy - from acquisition … and insights Work with the data team to build audience segmentation models and attribution frameworks Use tools like Google Analytics to enhance performance Client & Partner Leadership Act as a strategic partner to key clients, aligning campaigns with their commercial goals Advise on programmatic best practice e.g. brand safety, frequency capping, creative optimisation, etc. Stay ahead of trends in programmatic … including Ad Manager, AdSense, DV360, Campaign Manager Strong analytical and commercial skills - confident using Excel, SQL, GA4, data visualisation and reporting tools Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills Strategic thinker and team leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment Ideally degree-qualified (but experience matters more) Why GIG Retail? We are a values-led business that puts More ❯

user-first digital workplace that enhances productivity and collaboration across the enterprise. This role is critical to building and launching a new Digital Workplace capability, including selecting and onboarding strategic suppliers and transitioning them into service. Key Responsibilities: Define and execute a comprehensive Digital Workplace strategy aligned to business and IT goals. Lead a team of internal experts and … Experience managing complex supplier relationships and delivering at scale. Strong knowledge of ITSM (e.g. ServiceNow), Agile delivery, and service design frameworks. Ability to lead transformation in secure, regulated environments. Strategic thinker with a user-first mindset and strong stakeholder management skills. Understanding of hybrid work enablement, workplace analytics, IAM, cybersecurity, and accessibility. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer More ❯

+ Benefits Employment Type: Permanent Lead Innovation in Rail Software Engineering KO2's client, a leading provider of high-integrity embedded software solutions, is seeking a proactive and strategic leader to join as Head of Engineering Services. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the delivery of complex technical software projects for clients across the rail sector, ensuring safety … performance, and innovation. If you thrive on team leadership, project ownership, and strategic planning within technically demanding environments, this is an excellent opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing services team in a dynamic and forward-thinking business. Your Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define and execute the software engineering services strategy to deliver high-quality outcomes to … in safety-critical or high-integrity software environments (e.g. EN 50128 or equivalent standards). Background in embedded software verification, performance analysis, or real-time systems. Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills. Why Join KO2's Client You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive engineering culture that values innovation, personal growth, and meaningful contribution. The business More ❯

+ Benefits Employment Type: Permanent Lead Innovation in Rail Software Engineering KO2's client, a leading provider of high-integrity embedded software solutions, is seeking a proactive and strategic leader to join as Head of Engineering Services. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the delivery of complex technical software projects for clients across the rail sector, ensuring safety … performance, and innovation. If you thrive on team leadership, project ownership, and strategic planning within technically demanding environments, this is an excellent opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing services team in a dynamic and forward-thinking business. Your Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define and execute the software engineering services strategy to deliver high-quality outcomes to … in safety-critical or high-integrity software environments (e.g. EN 50128 or equivalent standards). Background in embedded software verification, performance analysis, or real-time systems. Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills. Why Join KO2's Client You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive engineering culture that values innovation, personal growth, and meaningful contribution. The business More ❯

+ Benefits Employment Type: Permanent Lead Innovation in Rail Software Engineering KO2's client, a leading provider of high-integrity embedded software solutions, is seeking a proactive and strategic leader to join as Head of Engineering Services. In this pivotal role, you'll lead the delivery of complex technical software projects for clients across the rail sector, ensuring safety … performance, and innovation. If you thrive on team leadership, project ownership, and strategic planning within technically demanding environments, this is an excellent opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing services team in a dynamic and forward-thinking business. Your Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define and execute the software engineering services strategy to deliver high-quality outcomes to … in safety-critical or high-integrity software environments (e.g. EN 50128 or equivalent standards). Background in embedded software verification, performance analysis, or real-time systems. Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills. Why Join KO2's Client You'll be part of a collaborative and supportive engineering culture that values innovation, personal growth, and meaningful contribution. The business More ❯

their needs across internal teams to ensure we're delivering exceptional service and exceeding their expectations. Your Role: As an Account Director, you will serve as the dedicated and strategic point of contact for your assigned portfolio of marketplace clients, building strong, long-term relationships and acting as their trusted advisor. You will be responsible for the end-to … for improvement. Your ultimate goal is to drive client satisfaction by delivering exceptional results and exceeding their business objectives, becoming an indispensable partner in their marketplace success. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Marketplace Management: Develop and implement comprehensive marketplace strategies tailored to the unique needs and objectives of each client, with a strong emphasis on driving growth and profitability. Optimisation Expertise … This includes expert management of marketplace SEO, marketplace PPC campaigns, product content, and selling strategy. Manage Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with clients, providing proactive communication, strategic guidance, and exceptional service. Performance Analysis and Reporting: Conduct detailed analysis of marketplace performance data, identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Generate clear, actionable reports and present findings More ❯

post holder will be expected to think strategically in terms of the Chief Data Officer (CDO) Group, operating model, governance, risk, security, resilience, tooling, partners, cost, performance, and transformation. Thinking creatively, the post holder will be expected to understand and apply best practice from technology and service operations and more broadly, from outside these disciplines and the healthcare domain. …/direction at all organizational levels, both internally and external. Espouse a modern products/platforms/cloud-first approach. Be a proactive problem-solver, have advanced critical and strategic thinking skills, have strong attention to detail, have a strong understanding of business processes and the integration of technological processes, be self-motivated and proactive going beyond the … record of successfully migrating legacy, on-premises applications to the cloud, as well as optimizing a hybrid, multi-cloud environment. Be a proactive problem-solver, have advanced critical and strategic thinking skills, have strong attention to detail, have a strong understanding of business processes and the integration of technological processes, be self-motivated and proactive going beyond the More ❯

and Publicis teams in London and other markets. You will lead three sub-teams within EMEA Digital Services: Digital Planning, Channel Leads (Programmatic, Social, Search), and Data & Technology. This strategic role requires driving innovation, growth, and efficiency for Disney and Publicis, with overarching responsibility for Digital Marketing across Disney's key sectors: Disney Entertainment (Streaming, Film, Theatrical, Networks) Disney … Parks, Experiences & Products ESPN You will lead a team building future models for Publicis and delivering excellence in AI, media, data, technology, and innovation. Responsibilities About the work Strategic Leadership Set vision for Publicis Imagine in Digital Marketing, Data & Technology. Drive adoption across Disney and Publicis teams. Align digital marketing strategies with company goals. Identify emerging trends and technologies … of working within Digital Services and across departments. Client Engagement Build relationships with senior Disney stakeholders (Marketing Directors, VPs). Monitor and improve client satisfaction scores. Position as a strategic partner for digital transformation, CRM, and data & technology services. Digital Strategy Oversee digital strategies produced by teams, seeking continuous improvement. Connect cross-disciplinary work to demonstrate value to stakeholders. More ❯

and Publicis teams in London and other markets. You will lead three sub-teams within EMEA Digital Services: Digital Planning, Channel Leads (Programmatic, Social, Search), and Data & Technology. This strategic role requires driving innovation, growth, and efficiency for Disney and Publicis, with overarching responsibility for Digital Marketing across Disney’s key sectors: Disney Entertainment (Streaming, Film, Theatrical, Networks) Disney … Parks, Experiences & Products ESPN You will lead a team building future models for Publicis and delivering excellence in AI, media, data, technology, and innovation. Responsibilities About the work.... Strategic Leadership Set vision for Publicis Imagine in Digital Marketing, Data & Technology. Drive adoption across Disney and Publicis teams. Align digital marketing strategies with company goals. Identify emerging trends and technologies … of working within Digital Services and across departments. Client Engagement Build relationships with senior Disney stakeholders (Marketing Directors, VPs). Monitor and improve client satisfaction scores. Position as a strategic partner for digital transformation, CRM, and data & technology services. Digital Strategy Oversee digital strategies produced by teams, seeking continuous improvement. Connect cross-disciplinary work to demonstrate value to stakeholders. More ❯

hybrid role, offering a combination of being able to work remotely and from our Corby, or Manchester office. Overview of the Role We're looking for a visionary and strategic leader to join our team as Head of Data & Analytics - Product and Supplier Management (P&SM). Based in the UK, at either our Corby or Manchester site, with … function. Embedding performance insights into business strategies and holding stakeholders accountable. Driving continuous improvement through advanced analytics, automation, and agile methodologies. Partnering with senior leaders across functions to influence strategic decisions and investment. Leading key projects and performance reviews, identifying root causes and actionable insights. Championing a culture of data excellence, innovation, and customer-centricity. About You Proven leadership … expertise in Product and Supplier Management and end-to-end business processes. Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in tools like Power BI, SAP Business Objects, and data warehouse systems. Strategic thinker with strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Commercially astute, results-driven, and passionate about driving change through data. Experience in Agile methodologies and a strong understanding of More ❯

function. Embedding performance insights into business strategies and holding stakeholders accountable. Driving continuous improvement through advanced analytics, automation, and agile methodologies. Partnering with senior leaders across functions to influence strategic decisions and investment. Leading key projects and performance reviews, identifying root causes and actionable insights. Championing a culture of data excellence, innovation, and customer-centricity. About You Proven leadership … Deep expertise in Product and Supplier Management and end-to-end business processes. Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in tools like PowerBI, SAP Business Objects, and data warehouse systems. Strategic thinker with strong influencing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Commercially astute, results-driven, and passionate about driving change through data. Experience in Agile methodologies and a strong understanding of More ❯

Build a high-performing team culture, nurturing leadership and specialist talent. Be a Trusted Partner: Act as a senior advisor to business leaders, providing guidance on IT services and strategic initiatives. To be successful in this role you will need Degree in an IT-related field (or equivalent experience) ITIL 4 Foundation (Expert level preferred) Experience & Skills Proven track … cost efficiencies Deep understanding of ITSM frameworks and KPIs Experience with service transformation and achieving industry accreditations (e.g., ISO, SDI) Excellent communication skillsable to translate tech into business value Strategic thinker with strong analytical and planning skills Confident stakeholder manager and influencer at all levels Skilled in team development, coaching, and performance management Experience managing third-party vendors and … service providers Why Join Us? At Evri, were transforming how technology supports our business and customers. Youll be part of a forward-thinking IT team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If youre passionate about service excellence and want to lead from the front, wed love to hear from you. We are committed to building a truly inclusive More ❯

and track record of working closely with product, design, dev, and brand teams Passion for accessibility and inclusive research—ideally with hands-on experience testing with users with disabilities Strategic thinking with the ability to translate insights into compelling narratives for stakeholders Clear, confident communicator who's not afraid to challenge the status quo or be challenged in More ❯

teams across Publicis to do so: Build strong relationships with key clients; be sought out by clients and the planning team as the go-to expert on industry and strategic issues concerning digital and data Inspire planners and clients in data influenced work, displaying a positive attitude to ambiguity, able to structure complex problems and outline solutions in a … simple way. Consistently apply strategic thinking and frameworks to move client's marketing forward. Drive connected media thinking across brand and performance, paid media and owned/earned media as well as paid media with retail media to deliver the best holistic plan that delivers growth and effectiveness for our clients Actively identify solutions and ensure next … for? Primarily we are looking for a brilliant data driven marketer who can tell compelling stories through data and gain buy-in across a wide variety of stakeholders: A strategic and big-picture thinker, grounded in analytics and optimisation, able to uncover strategic insights to create, shape, and transform client (digital) strategic direction through a media strategy More ❯