Head of Data

Summary

The job description is for the Head of Data position at Envato, a company that values inclusivity and diversity. The role involves developing and executing a data strategy to make Envato more data-driven and expanding its data capabilities across the business. The position requires a senior data leadership experience with expertise in modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and leading large-scale data transformations.

Requirements

• Proven experience (10+ years) in a senior data leadership role, within a digital business or technology-driven organisation of global scale
• Expertise in modern data platforms, cloud technologies, and leading large-scale data transformations while mentoring high-performing teams and delivering high-quality solutions

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a data strategy that supports Envato’s business goals and objectives
• Oversee the design, implementation, and operations of a robust data platform, ensuring it meets business outcomes and adheres to service levels
• Establish and enforce data governance practices for quality, security, and compliance
• Manage technical risks and balance commercial versus technical decisions
• Evaluate and recommend data technologies, tools, and platforms to meet current and future needs
• Champion innovation and keep up with emerging technologies to contribute to best practices
• Lead complex data projects, manage stakeholder interactions, and ensure projects align with business goals
• Track project progress, address roadblocks, and oversee release processes to meet operational standards
• Foster a positive team culture, support career development, and promote high performance
• Build strategic relationships with key data vendors and manage resources to optimize cost and performance
• Cultivate key internal relationships with direct and indirect reports, heads of analytics, engineering, product, and marketing teams, along with cross-functional peers, and engage with external suppliers, vendors, and consultants

Benefits

• Remote work
• Flexible hours
• MacBook Pro
• Initial and ongoing tech setup
• Home office set up contribution
• Work from home costs monthly allowance
• 20 weeks paid primary carer leave (with super paid on top for the first 12 months)
• 6 weeks paid secondary carers leave
• Annual allowance to meet up with colleagues and share some food and a laugh
• Learning budget
• Free Envato Elements subscription for side gigs and/or personal use
• Wellbeing support
• Holistic assistance program