Head of Data & Insights
Full-timeHybridIn English
About the job
Fastned is seeking a Head of Data & Insights to lead and develop its multidisciplinary data team in Amsterdam. This role involves defining the data vision and strategy, translating business priorities into a focused roadmap, and partnering with stakeholders to strengthen data-driven decision-making.
What you will do
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary data team covering Data Analytics, Data Engineering, and Data Science & AI
- Define and maintain a clear vision and strategy for Data & Insights aligned with business strategy
- Translate strategic priorities into a focused roadmap and measurable outcomes
- Partner with stakeholders to strengthen data culture and support decision-making
- Ensure delivery of reliable, accessible, and actionable data products and analyses
- Promote high standards for data quality, documentation, and responsible data use
What you bring
- At least 8 years of people management experience, ideally leading multidisciplinary data teams
- Strong background in Data Analytics, Analytics Engineering, Data Engineering, and Data Science
- Experience setting data strategy, creating team roadmaps, and translating business objectives into data outcomes
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, engaging with Director- and Board-level stakeholders
- Ability to bring clarity and focus in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
- Natural coaching style and genuine interest in helping people grow
Nice to have
- Experience working in a fast-paced scale-up or similarly dynamic environment
What you get
- Stock option plan
- Pension plan fully covered by Fastned
- Training and development budget of €3,000 per year per employee
- Access to fully electric vehicle fleet with all charging expenses covered, also for private use
- 29 holidays plus two mission days
- Personalised coaching support for parents before, during, and after parental leave
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