Digital Technology Data & Analytics Leader(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Uk
April 13, 2026

Job Description

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the data and analytics function within a growing aerospace manufacturing environment. Based onsite in Gloucester, you’ll play a key role in transforming how data is used across the business—turning complex information into meaningful insights that drive performance and innovation.

You’ll lead a small but capable team, working at the intersection of data engineering, analytics, and business strategy. Your focus will be on delivering practical, data-driven solutions that improve decision-making across operations, engineering, and leadership teams.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategy & Leadership

  • Define and deliver a clear Data & Analytics strategy aligned with business priorities
    Lead, mentor, and develop a team of data professionals
    Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on data-driven decision making
    Identify new opportunities where analytics can create business value

Data & Analytics Delivery

  • Design, build, and maintain data models, dashboards, and visualisations
    Work with large datasets using SQL and PL/SQL to solve complex problems
    Lead the development and deployment of analytics solutions across the organisation
    Drive adoption and ensure effective use of analytics tools and outputs

Data Management & Innovation

  • Assess and improve data maturity, governance, and ownership across teams
    Oversee data discovery, cleansing, and preparation processes
    Collaborate with data science teams to embed AI and advanced analytics capabilities
    Introduce new tools, methods, and approaches to enhance data capabilities

Programme & Stakeholder Management

  • Manage end-to-end analytics projects from concept through to delivery
    Work cross-functionally with engineering, IT, product, and operations teams
    Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to stakeholders
    Ensure analytics solutions are practical, scalable, and aligned with business needs

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience leading data and analytics functions or projects
    Expertise in SQL and PL/SQL, with experience handling large datasets
    Proven ability to design data models and business intelligence dashboards
    Experience developing and executing data strategies
    Strong leadership and team management capability
    Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

  • Experience in data warehousing or data maturity frameworks
    Exposure to manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments
    Familiarity with AI or advanced analytics implementation

Working Environment

Flexible working arrangements are supported where possible, helping you balance professional and personal commitments while contributing to high-impact projects.

Benefits Package

  • Performance-based annual bonus
    Non-contributory pension
    Life assurance
    Income protection
    Private medical insurance
    26 days annual leave (with buy/sell options)
    Flexible benefits scheme tailored to your needs

Security & Eligibility

This role requires UK Security Clearance (SC).

Security clearance guidance: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/security-vetting-and-clearance
National security vetting overview: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Applicants must also meet UK right-to-work requirements: