About the job
Join us as the Director of Analytics and Data Science, where you will lead the unification of our Analytics and Data Science teams with a visionary approach that revolutionizes data analytics across our organization.
Your mission will be to establish a strategic direction and elevate standards for excellence, ensuring that every insight, model, and dashboard translates into tangible results for Virgin.
About Us
At Virgin, we aim to enhance the human experience in travel, leisure, and lifestyle, embracing our unique rebel spirit. We prioritize meaningful connections over mere visibility, fostering a culture of vibrancy and personalization that makes every individual feel valued. Our journey is fueled by bold decisions, and we continuously seek innovative ways to disrupt norms and enrich customer interactions across our diverse brand ecosystem.
Our data team is a dynamic environment where support spans from customer experience to corporate strategy, empowering teams to make informed decisions swiftly. We are committed to creating an ecosystem that thrives on creativity and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a robust strategy for analytics and data science that aligns with our broader data and business objectives.
- Foster a high-performing, impact-driven team that consistently delivers value efficiently.
- Collaborate closely with our Head of Data Product to define the roadmap, initially focusing on internal applications and progressively expanding to partner integrations.
- Revamp our dashboard and reporting framework to optimize resource allocation for maximum impact in a self-service environment.
- Oversee the creation of predictive models and automated decision-making systems that align with business targets.
- Promote data literacy throughout the organization, encouraging integrated cross-functional collaboration.
- Enhance team capabilities, operational effectiveness, and resilience to adapt to change and continue delivering excellence.

