Head of Data Products

Head of Data Products

Location: Hybrid, with travel to Winchester and/or London offices approximately twice per month.

Purpose

Data is increasingly at the heart of Arqiva's commercial decision-making and future growth strategy. As Head of Data Products, you'll lead the vision, strategy and delivery of our portfolio of data, analytics and AI-driven products, transforming data into solutions that create measurable value for customers and the business.

Working across our Media & Broadcast and Smart Utilities businesses, you'll identify opportunities to unlock new revenue streams, enhance customer propositions and drive competitive advantage through the intelligent use of data.

You'll inherit an established data platform and ecosystem, providing the foundations to accelerate innovation, develop market-leading data products and shape the next stage of Arqiva's data and AI journey.

What’s in it for you

• Up to £95,000
• 15% bonus 
• Work Life Smarter – our commitment to a flexible and hybrid working culture 
• Generous pension scheme starting at 6% rising to 10% 
• A unique wellbeing programme that looks after the whole you 
• Access to multiple learning platforms to support your individual development
• Active and diverse networks that build community, support wellbeing and advocate for change 
• A comprehensive set of benefits including discounts on big brands, gymflex memberships and paid volunteering leave - see our full list of benefits here.

Plus, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of data, analytics and AI products within a business that operates some of the UK's most critical national infrastructure.

The Role  

• Define and lead the vision, strategy and roadmap for Arqiva's data products, analytics and AI-enabled solutions.
• Identify opportunities to create customer value, competitive advantage and new revenue streams through data.
• Own the lifecycle of data products from discovery and development through to launch, adoption and ongoing enhancement.
• Work closely with Product, Data Science, Engineering and Commercial teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.
• Use customer insight, market trends and performance data to shape investment decisions and product priorities.
• Lead pricing, business case development and product profitability decisions.
• Manage product budgets and ensure delivery against agreed business objectives.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Data Product Managers.
• Build strong relationships across the business, translating technical capabilities into commercial outcomes.

The Person 

• Significant experience leading data, analytics or technology products.

• Proven track record of successfully launching and growing products throughout their lifecycle.

• Strong product strategy, roadmap and customer discovery experience.

• Commercially astute with experience of pricing, investment decisions and budget management.

• Good understanding of data platforms, analytics, AI and machine learning concepts.

• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior technical and commercial audiences.

• Comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on delivery.

Why Arqiva: 

We enable a switched-on world to flow. As the UK’s leader in TV and radio broadcast and the country’s top smart utilities platform, we are shaping the future of connectivity. 

Our infrastructure delivers media and data exactly where they’re needed - whether that’s bringing TV and radio to your home or sending smart meter data to your utility provider. Our technology works quietly behind the scenes, connecting millions every day. 

But it’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it. At Arqiva, you’ll find real connection: supportive teams, active colleague networks and plenty of ways to get involved and feel part of our community. We’ll give you the space and support to grow - whether that’s developing your skills, trying something new or taking on fresh challenges. And because there is more to life than work, our rewards and benefits are designed to support your wellbeing, your lifestyle and what matters most to you. 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion  

At Arqiva, we’re committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we work hard to remove barriers so every colleague can thrive. If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to [email protected]. 

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to hear from you! 

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