Lead of Data

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At NEWRY GROUP, we manage a multi-channel, multi-monetization platform serving millions of users globally through a diverse portfolio of digital products and services. Our mission is to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions by leveraging data as a core asset.

We are an international, energetic team always pushing for excellence and we are now looking for a dynamic leader to join us as Lead of Data. This position offers the unique opportunity to steer our entire data ecosystem, from strategic vision to hands-on architecture and analytics delivery. You’ll shape how we use data to drive business decisions, building a robust, scalable data infrastructure that aligns with our ambitious product roadmap and growth goals. Sum up, we are seeking a high-impact Lead of Data to champion our data strategy across all our digital products and services. This role requires strategic vision, deep expertise in modern data platforms, and the leadership finesse to orchestrate an ecosystem of internal teams and external collaborators. The ideal candidate has a track record of establishing robust data architectures, scaling BI operations, and ensuring the delivery of actionable, high-quality insights.

Define and execute a holistic data strategy that supports current and future business goals and organizational growth. Develop a multi-year roadmap for data platforms, tools, and frameworks to drive innovation and efficiency.

B) Data Infrastructure & Architecture

Architect and oversee the data warehouse, ETL/ELT processes, and data modeling efforts. Ensure our data stack is robust, scalable, and aligns with best practices in data security and compliance.

C) Business Intelligence & Analytics

Own the BI function, selecting and implementing tools that allow for seamless reporting, dashboards, and advanced analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business questions into actionable data insights and recommendations.

D) Data Governance & Quality

Establish and enforce data governance standards, policies, and processes to maintain data accuracy, availability, and security. Lead data quality initiatives, including establishing clear metrics and measuring performance over time.

E) Team Management & Leadership

Lead mentor, and manage a high-performing data team , fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Build strong relationships with contractor and outsourcing partners, setting clear expectations for deliverables and timelines.

G) Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Stay updated on emerging technologies (e.g., ML/AI solutions) and introduce cutting-edge tools or techniques where beneficial. Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization to ensure our data infrastructure remains cutting edge.

• 8+ years of technical experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, BI, or Analytics, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Fluency in English at a professional level is mandatory, required for global leadership and communication with international partners.
• Proven proficiency in modern data warehousing technologies (e.g., BigQuery, Snowflake) and ETL frameworks (e.g., Airflow, dbt).
• Hands-on expertise with BI/reporting tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau) and knowledge of best practices in data modeling.
• Exceptional people-management skills for supervising cross-functional teams and vendors. Strong focus on metrics and data-driven decisions (KPIs, dashboards, root-cause analysis).
• Excellent communication skills to present critical insights to senior leadership and influence data decisions.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and proven track record implementing data governance and quality measures.

• Role with global impact: Be part of NEWRY’s leadership team, driving revenue and international growth through data.
• Full-time schedule (Mon–Thu 9:00–18:30 with a 1h break; Fri 9:00–15:00). Summer schedule:
• Intensive working hours in July & August (8:00–15:00).
• Global exposure: Operate in an international environment with visibility across worldwide operations.
• Creative freedom: Make strategic decisions with real influence on company performance by defining the future of our data ecosystem.
• Team culture: Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and ambitious environment.
• Office perks: Free coffee & tea to keep energy flowing and ideas sparking.