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Head of Data

Kettering, UK
Permanent Full-Time
JobID 19320

The opportunity

Trading since 1989, e.surv Chartered Surveyors is the UK's number one residential surveyor and the largest provider of property risk expertise and residential surveying services. To put it into numbers, we complete more than one property inspection every 12 seconds and employ over 600 surveyors from Land’s End to John O’Groats and Northern Ireland. This gives us the flexibility to offer nationwide coverage combined with invaluable local knowledge.

 

 

We're part of the LSL Property Services Group PLC which includes household names Your Move and Reeds Rains as well as the mortgage network PRIMIS. We work with lenders, intermediaries, social housing entities and estate agents in addition to private customers.

 

We are currently recruiting for a Head of Data here at e.surv Chartered Surveyors.

 

Role Purposes

As the Head of Data, you will take a leading role in shaping and orchestrating our data strategy, ensuring a streamlined and effective process while driving the Data Governance and Data Management program throughout the organization. In this key leadership position, you will spearhead all data governance initiatives, establishing and sustaining a robust enterprise-wide data governance framework. Your adaptability and proactive mindset will be essential in this dynamic, startup-like environment, where you will actively engage and inspire those around you. You will collaborate confidently with a diverse array of stakeholders across data, risk and governance, finance, development, infrastructure, and marketing. Your outstanding communication and negotiation skills will empower you to unlock the full potential of your colleagues, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
 

This role is designed for individuals with a strong background in software development or data engineering, who are prepared to take the initiative in building, implementing, and optimizing effective data governance solutions

Role Duties

 

  • Assisting the Data Product Director with the daily operations of an expanding data function while contributing to the broader strategy of a key growth area.
  • Establish Data Management and governance programs and drive data ownership throughout the business.
  • Develop, lead and implement plans that will roll out the Data Management and Governance Programme within e.surv.
  • Perform gap analysis to determine initiatives and build out road maps to address identified gaps.
  • Leading a multi discipline team encompassing management information, test and business intelligence exceptional organisational and people skills are essential.
  • Ensure efficient and timely delivery of programmes.
  • Ensure effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Identify and co-ordinate required resources for program execution and delivery.
  • Responsible for management of third-party contracts
  • Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams to ensure alignment between data governance and enterprise data architecture.
  • Utilize your software development skills to build or integrate data governance tools and automate processes.
  • Provide hands-on support and technical leadership in implementing:
  • Data Dictionaries
    • Data Quality frameworks
    • Metadata Management
    • Master Data Management (MDM)
    • Data Lineage and Traceability
 

 

Knowledge and Experience

 

  • Previous experience in a similar role building an organisations data capability, governance structures and data frameworks.
  • Project management using Azure DevOps.
  • 5+ years of experience in and understanding of concepts and frameworks pertaining to Data Management- Data Governance, Data Policy, Data Lineage, Data Models, Data Quality, Data Risk and Control Frameworks, Data Literacy, Reference Data Management, Metadata Management
  • Data project management and Change management.
  • Agile delivery.
  • Software development and delivery.
  • Documentation skills.
  • Change delivery / transformation management.
  • Building and managing a team in fast moving startup environment.

 

Apply 

 

If you feel you match our requirements and are looking for your next career challenge, or for a confidential discussion on the full details of this role please contact Alka Tarafdar on 07751808563.

 

In your Application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (for example, she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs)

PRE EMPLOYMENT SCREENING - All of our employees have to pass a Criminal Records Disclosure and Credit Referencing Process in order to work with our lender clients, if you are unsure on this, ask the team and we'll be happy to explain the process.

 

e.surv is an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

 

 

LSL Property Services are dedicated to protecting your data – our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be viewed HERE

What’s on offer?

A Rewarding Package

Market-leading salary & generous incentive package

Company Car Offering

Car allowance or company car options from a range of premium brands

Diverse and Consistent Workload

A great variety of work in every postcode

Work From Anywhere

Home-based working with our cutting-edge iPad technology

Tools for Success

We’ll provide you with everything you need and more to support your activities

Flexible Benefits

Private healthcare, pension scheme top ups, retail vouchers, Income Protection and Critical Illness cover

Invest in Your Growth

Keep your professional development on track with paid RICS membership and fully covered CPD requirements

Share Our Success

Become a true partner in our growth with access to SAYE and BAYE share investment plans

Investing in you

Our people are at the core of everything we do. We invest to provide efficiencies, enabling our surveyors to spend more time sharing their expert advice. We make a conscious effort for continuous growth and development of our people.

Frequently asked questions

Whether you’re buying a house, thinking of buying a house or just keen to understand more about the home buying process, you’re in the right place. We’ve been helping homebuyers for over 30 years and have national coverage with local experts.

  • What are the benefits of a HomePlus Home Survey Report?

    The HomePlus Digital Survey is a fully interactive, digital report, delivered directly to, and accessible on, your device. It offers much more than the standard Level 2:

    Defects and areas of concern are given a traffic light rating – so you can quickly review the “Red Lights”.

    It includes Energy Saving Trust information about the property’s probable energy costs, carbon emissions, proposed energy improvements and their potential savings.

    It also includes local area information, including schools, crime rates and broadband facilities.

    There are links to Checkatrade tradespeople, so you can obtain quotes for any repair or maintenance work.

    As the report is digital, you get instant access, and can move through the information more easily. You can zoom in on images, so you can see what the surveyor is reporting.

    You access the HomePlus Home Survey online, so it is delivered quickly and directly. And when it is available, your surveyor will book a call with you to talk you through the main items and discuss any concerns.

  • How much does a HomePlus or RICS Level 2 Home Survey cost?

    The value is far greater than the cost. The cost of an RICS Level 2 Home Survey varies depending on factors such as size and value of the property being surveyed. However, typically the cost ranges from £400 – £800+. It’s important to remember that this cost is an investment in your future. By having all available information about your potential new home before committing to purchasing it, you can make sure you don’t end up with costly surprises down the line.

    As a digital offering, the HomePlus digital survey costs less than the Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 surveys.

  • How does it differ from the RICS Level 1 Report?

    The RICS Level 1 was formerly known as a condition report. It provides a basic inspection and report into the condition of a property. It is not as indepth as a Level 2 or Level 3.

    Your RICS surveyor will NOT give their professional opinion or advice on issues, repairs or maintenance, as they would for higher level surveys. They will only report on the condition.

    This is a paper-based/pdf report, and is not digitally interactive, unlike a HomePlus survey.

  • How does it differ from the RICS Level 3 Report?

    The RICS Level 3 Home Survey was formerly known as a Building Survey. It does NOT include a valuation, but does provide a more comprehensive report, going into more detail. If required, the Level 3 may test services (plumbing, electrics, heating) and give an indication into the cost of repair work.

    If your property is particularly old, or neglected, or significantly altered or extended, you may need a RICS Level 3 report – the Level 2 may not be adequate.

    The Level 3 is a paper-based/pdf, and not a digitally interactive report.

    Give us a call to discuss your needs on 08001699661.

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