US Director, UK Senior Manager, Data Analysis and Analytics

About us

Every day, we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses, connecting people to the energy they need for their lives. Our expertise and track record position us uniquely to shape the sustainable future of our industry as the pace of change accelerates. To succeed, we must anticipate customer needs, reduce energy delivery costs, and pioneer flexible energy systems. This requires delivering on our promises and seeking opportunities for growth.

In IT and Digital, we collaborate closely with the diverse energy businesses within the National Grid group, revolutionizing operations through technology. Embracing modern methodologies and digital mindsets, we drive efficiency and bring new capabilities to internal and external customers as we lead the charge toward a carbon-free future.

Our work is critical, as National Grid powers millions of homes and businesses across the UK and US, and the technology we employ is vital to this task. The successful applicant for this position will play a crucial role in our mission, supported by our multicultural, customer-centric global team, with opportunities for professional development.

National Grid is hiring a Head of Data & AI.  This is a hybrid role that can be based out of the Warwick, UK or London, UK office.

Job Purpose

The Head of Data & AI plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the organisation's data, information and artificial intelligence (AI) strategy within the Business Unit IT and Digital function. This role is responsible for ensuring that data is effectively managed, governed, and leveraged, while driving AI innovation to enhance business performance, customer experience, operational efficiency and improved business outcomes.

As a strategic leader, the Head of Data & AI will establish a data-driven culture, integrating AI-powered insights and automation into business processes. They will oversee data governance, advanced analytics, and AI adoption and innovation ensuring that ethical, secure, and compliant AI solutions are implemented at scale. They will develop and define roadmaps and continual improvement of the organisation data and AI capabilities across all dimensions of people, process and technology.

The role requires close collaboration with IT, digital, and business teams to unlock value from data and AI, aligning with organisational goals and digital transformation initiatives. By leading a matrixed high-performing team of data individuals including but not limited to engineers, AI specialists, and data scientists, the Head of Data & AI ensures that the organisation stays at the forefront of emerging technologies, innovation, and secure, responsible and ethical AI development.

What you'll do

• Data management (DATM), Developing and implementing plans, policies and practices that control, protect and optimise the value and governance of data assets.
• Strategic Planning (ITSP), Creating and maintaining organisational-level strategies to align overall business plans, actions and resources with high-level business objectives. (L6)
• Artificial intelligence (AI) and data ethics (AIDE), Implementing and promoting ethical practices in the design, development, deployment and use of AI and data technologies.
• Information assurance (INAS), Protecting against and managing risks related to the use, storage and transmission of data and information systems. (L7)
• Information and data compliance (PEDP), Implementing and promoting compliance with information and data management legislation. (L6)
• Data modelling and design (DTAN), Developing models and diagrams to represent, communicate and manage data requirements and data assets. (L5)
• Data analytics (DAAN), Enabling data-driven decision making by extracting, analysing and communicating insights from structured and unstructured data. (L7)
• Data science (DATS), Applying mathematics, statistics, data mining and predictive modelling techniques to gain insights, predict behaviours and generate value from data. (L6)
• Machine learning (MLNG), Developing systems that learn from data and experience, improving performance, accuracy and adaptability in dynamic environments. (L6)
• Data engineering (DENG), Designing, building, operationalising, securing and monitoring data pipelines, stores and real-time processing systems for scalable and reliable data management. (L6)
• Governance (GOVN), Defining and operating frameworks for decision-making, risk management, stakeholder relationships and compliance with organisational and regulatory obligations. (L6)
• Stakeholder Relationship Management (RLMT), Systematically analysing, managing and influencing 
• Performance Management (PEMT), Improving organisational performance by developing the performance of individuals and workgroups to meet agreed objectives with measurable results. (L6)
• Employee Experience (EEXP), Enhancing employee engagement and ways of working, empowering employees and supporting their health and wellbeing. (L6)
• Organisational Facilitation (OFCL), Supporting workgroups to implement principles and practices for effective teamwork across organisational boundaries and professional specialisms. (L6)
• Professional Development (PDSV), Facilitating the professional development of individuals in line with their career goals and organisational requirements. (L5)
• Workforce Planning (WFPL), Strategically projecting the demand for people and skills and proactively planning the workforce supply to meet organisational needs. (L5)
• Resourcing (RESC), Acquiring, deploying and onboarding resources. (L5)
• Budgeting and forecasting (BUDF), Developing and managing financial budgets and forecasts to enable effective decision-making and resource allocation. (L5)
• Cost management (COMG), Planning, controlling and analysing costs to enable the effective use of financial resources. (L5)
• Measurement (MEAS), Developing and operating a measurement capability to support agreed organisational information needs. (L5)

About you

• Extensive experience in a senior Data and/or AI leadership role
• Can successfully operate at ‘C’ and Board level, forming strong relationships and engagement as needed across all levels of the Business Entity
• An ability to translate technical concepts into business language and generate understanding and sponsorship of strategies and outcomes.
• An excellent understanding of current and emerging technology best practices and trends
• Experience of working within a heavily matrixed organisation, with the ability to drive for results
• Good understanding and experience of governance, risk, compliance and controls of a Data and AI
• Degree-level qualification, preferably in an analytical or business-oriented discipline like information systems or industrial engineering, alternatively, an equivalent combination of education, training.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What you'll get

A competitive salary of up to £78,0000 to £95,0000 – dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance with on target being 20% (with a maximum of 40%) and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

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More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 22nd of September.  However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

 
DE & I statement 
 

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives and business need. We are committed to building a workforce so we can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.
 
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