Data & Intelligence Discovery Lead (6 Month Secondment)
Core
Conduct a 6-month internal audit and strategic synthesis to map Taylor & Francis' existing data assets, AI/ML capabilities, and intelligence gaps to establish a baseline for a future permanent Head of Data & Intelligence role.
Role type
Strategic Data & Intelligence Discovery Lead (Secondment)
Builds
Foundational documentation, gap analysis reports, and strategic recommendations for a future data platform.
Domain
Academic publishing, business intelligence, and data intelligence strategy.
Deliverable
Dashboards & analysis (specifically a baseline report and strategic recommendations).
Required skills
Strategic synthesis, stakeholder interviewing, data asset auditing, gap analysis, ambiguity management, cross-functional credibility, clear communication.
Preferred skills
Understanding of AI/ML capabilities in product contexts, knowledge of marketplace dynamics.
Technologies
None explicitly listed as required tools.
Responsibilities
Audit existing data assets for source, format, quality, and usage; map current AI/ML and algorithmic decision-making instances; conduct structured stakeholder conversations across Product, Engineering, and Commercial teams; synthesize findings into a baseline report; draft strategic recommendations for the permanent hire.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC (Strategic/Investigative focus).