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.