Data & Analytics Lead

Data & Analytics Lead South Wales Circa £60,000 Yolk Recruitment is supporting a respected financial services organisation as it gears up for a major data transformation. We're looking for a Data & Analytics lead to take ownership of data governance, reporting, and infrastructure, driving smarter decisions across the business. This is a senior hire with real influence-owning the 2025/26 transformation agenda and bringing modern data practices to life across the organisation. What You'll Do: Own and deliver a new data governance framework across the organisation Lead the buildout of Power BI dashboards and self-service reporting tools Improve data quality, security, and accessibility across systems Support business units with training, reporting, and analytics insights Oversee third-party data partners and technology implementations Drive the shift toward data-led decisions and stronger complianceWhat You'll Bring: Senior-level experience in data, analytics, or governance (financial services a plus) Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, and metadata management Proficiency in Power BI, SQL, and Azure-based platforms (Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks) Familiarity with data regulations (GDPR, FCA) and SMCR environments Bonus points for experience with Python, R, or PySparkWhy You Should Apply: Executive-level visibility and the chance to lead a high-impact transformation Full budget ownership with freedom to shape systems and teams Work with a modern tech stack and forward-thinking leadership Hybrid working with flexibility and autonomyReady to Apply? Contact Lewis Allen to find out more. Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. Know someone great for the job? We offer a referral scheme-just get in touch! Note: We do our best to respond to every application, but due to volume, we can't always guarantee it. If you haven't heard back within 7 days, unfortunately, you haven't been successful this time. Keep an eye on our site for new opportunities