About IDP
IDP is the global leader in international education services, delivering global success to students, test takers and our partners, through trusted human relationships, digital technology and customer research. An Australian-listed company, we operate in more than 50 countries around the world. Our team is comprised of over 7,000 people of various nationalities, ages and cultural backgrounds. Proudly customer‑first, our expert people are powered by global technology. Together, we offer unmatched services, helping local dreams become realities, all over the world.
Role Purpose
Shape the Future of Data, AI & Commercial Analytics as a senior analytics leader, spearheading the global analytics function at IDP. This role involves taking ownership of analytics capabilities that drive innovation, deep insights, and tangible business outcomes across consulting, products, and data platforms. Your influence will shape how modern data platforms and artificial intelligence are integrated into analytics and insight delivery, directly impacting strategy, revenue growth, and operational excellence in a fast‑expanding international context.
What you’ll do
- Lead & Scale Analytics Delivery – Own end‑to‑end analytics across client engagements, data products, and internal reporting.
- Translate business challenges into scalable, insight‑driven solutions.
- Build & Inspire a High‑Performing Team – Lead a globally distributed analytics function, upskill teams in advanced analytics, AI workflows, and data storytelling.
- Drive a culture of innovation, ownership, and impact.
- Drive Commercial Value – Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver analytics that directly impact revenue and client outcomes.
- Play a key role in proposals, strategic initiatives, and client engagements.
- Shape Data Products & Platforms – Lead development of dashboards and scalable insight solutions, expand value through new data sources and advanced analytics approaches.
- Champion AI & Modern Data Platforms – Work across analytics and engineering teams to ensure scalable delivery of analytics capabilities, embed AI/ML and automation into analytics workflows, align closely with data engineering teams to deliver scalable solutions.
What you bring
- Accomplished leader with a strong record in commercial analytics environments who can inspire and guide high‑performing teams in a complex, global setting.
- Expertise in contemporary data architectures and tools, including cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure; leading data platforms like Databricks, Snowflake, or Amazon Redshift; business intelligence solutions such as Tableau or equivalents; and programming languages SQL and Python.
- Solid understanding of data architecture principles and best practices around ETL/ELT pipeline design, ensuring data integrity and scalability.
- Experience in applying artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques, including generative AI, to solve practical analytics challenges.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and data‑driven storytelling skills, translating technical insights into clear, actionable narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
Why this role matters
This role is fundamental to strengthening the analytics function, enabling strategic decision‑making, fostering the development of scalable data assets, and contributing directly to revenue growth. By leading AI‑powered analytics transformation and collaborating with international teams and high‑profile clients, you will shape the future of data‑driven business.
Why join us
- Engage in a strategic, high‑impact role with influence on a global scale.
- Play a critical part in expanding and scaling AI‑enhanced analytics capabilities within a dynamic organization.
- Collaborate with cutting‑edge technology and visionary leadership committed to innovation.
- Benefit from a flexible hybrid working model based in London, supporting work‑life balance and professional growth.
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