Head Of Data Services (Remote)

Head Of Data Services | News Corp | Australia

What’s the role?

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Data Services and Enterprise Platforms to lead a talented team in delivering cutting-edge data solutions. Reporting to the Director of Data Strategy and Management, you will play a pivotal role within News Corp Australia’s Technology, Digital, and Data team. Your primary mission will be to enable the business to leverage its financial and client data through innovative technology and strategic leadership. You will also oversee the Data Operations team, ensuring the stability and reliability of our data and business intelligence platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Business Stakeholders to develop understand their business roadmaps and provide data and bi solutions to meet their needs
• Manage the demand pipeline and prioritise the delivery of data products in alignment with business
• Accountable for the delivery, leading the analysts and engineers to deliver on time and on budget
• Be a trusted delivery partner to the business, consulting on best practice and data innovation
• Facilitate the development of team members in the latest data and AI technologies pertinent to News Corp Australia (NCA)
• Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to increase productivity within the department.
• Ensure delivery aligns with Data Management and BICOE frameworks

Who are you?

• Experienced in Leadership: You have 5+ years of experience in data leadership, guiding teams through organisational change and driving successful transformation.
• Business-Focused: You drive business value through the effective use of data and technology, building strong relationships to empower the business with data-driven insights.
• Excellent Communicator: You can translate complex technical concepts into clear business initiatives and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Innovative Leader: You lead data innovation, challenge existing methodologies, and foster a culture of experimentation to deliver impactful solutions.
• Delivery-Oriented: You confidently lead teams to deliver reusable data products on time, overcoming obstacles and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Strategic Problem Solver: As a trusted business partner, you use a solution-oriented approach to explore opportunities and remove barriers to achieving business success.

News Benefits

News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours – Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Health & wellbeing – Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices) 
• Time off – News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Helping you grow – Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion – focused education series) and recognition
• Financial wellbeing – Support on making the most of your money
• Perks & discounts – Exclusive offers across a range of products and services
• Giving back – Make a difference to our communities.
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

We are proud to be Australia’s most impactful media group, we’re even prouder of what we stand for. Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia. 

With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 18 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek. 

Renowned for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.

What’s next?

Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the DEI section.

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