Head of Data & Analytics (m/f)

For our Client, international company from Life Science industry, we are looking for candidates for the position of Head of Data & Analytics who will be responsible for Data Strategy regarding multiple european locations. This role will be responsible for transforming data into actionable insights, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate combines strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills with deep expertise in data strategy, analytics, and data governance.

• 8+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or data science
• 3+ years of experience in leadership or head-of function roles
• experience working in healthcare, medical services, life sciences, or other regulated industries is highly preferred
• good understanding of data analytics and BI, data architecture and data platforms
• experience with modern data tools
• exceptional ability to build trust and influence senior stakeholders
• skilled at navigating complex organizational structures and priorities
• ability to balance clinical, operational, and business perspectives
• ability to translate complex data concepts into clear business insights
• excellent presentation and storytelling with data

• define and execute the organization’s data and analytics strategy aligned with business objectives
• build and lead a high-performing data team (data analysts, engineers, BI specialists, and data scientists)
• establish a data-driven culture across the organization
• translate business priorities into data initiatives and analytics solutions
• identify opportunities to leverage data for improved patient care, operational performance, and business growth
• act as the primary data partner for executive leadership, country managers and operational teams
• facilitate alignment between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders
• communicate complex analytical insights in a clear and actionable way to diverse audiences
• lead cross-functional discussions to define KPIs, reporting standards, and data-driven decision processes
• oversee development of dashboards, reports, and advanced analytics that support strategic and operational decision-making
• implement and maintain strong data governance, data quality, and data management frameworks
• ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and data privacy standards (e.g., GDPR and other relevant regulations)
• promote best practices for data security, privacy, and ethical data use
• oversee the development and evolution of data platforms, pipelines, and BI tools
• collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure scalable and reliable data architecture
• build, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary data team
• define clear team objectives, development plans, and performance metrics
• champion data literacy across the organization through training and engagement