Head of Data Science

Who are we?At Leadership Connect, we believe that relationships are everything in business and in life. Founded by two former CEOs of S&P 500 companies and a former presidential press secretary, our premier information service is built for developing relationships that impact decisions in government, business, and media. Utilizing deep research expertise and cutting-edge technology, we help our clients win business and influence policy across various specialties and verticals. We are a close-knit team dedicated to helping each of our users make a difference.
About the RoleWorking under the CEO, Leadership Connect is searching for a Head of Data Science to oversee and drive the strategic and tactical direction and transformation of the organization's global data collection operation and supporting technology.  This role will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day data collection process as well as structuring, managing, and guiding its strategic transformation. The Head of Data Science will provide leadership and support to the data science team members while leading the modernization strategy, identifying any strengths and gaps within the existing team, and developing long-term solutions that meet business objectives. This role will have direct reports and team members spread across multiple locations and time zones.

Core Functions of the Role:

• Lead and grow a team of talented research and data analysts who extract insights from open-source information, focused on both the public and private sectors, and enrich the data through various processes.
• As the face of the Data Science Team, develop and execute strategic plans for transformational data operations, aligning with the overall business objectives and contributing to the growth and success of the teams.
• Engage collaboratively with various departments to establish and refine processes aligned with business requirements, potentially overseeing the initiation and management of tailored research projects.
• Implement robust quality assurance measures to validate and enrich collected data, ensuring the data meets the highest standards for use in data products.
• Partner with the data team leaders, product team members, and software development team members to articulate requirements for data collection and management tools that reflect the future direction of data operations and management.
• Expand data operations analysis and reporting to reflect the current productivity of the teams; Develop future KPIs for data team that reflect impact on business objectives
• Oversee US and international data team members focusing on team efficiency, modernization, and developing the ability to identify, ingest, and analysis new data sets, meeting and positively impacting business objectives
• Develop and implement processes focusing on efficiency and ensuring quality of data capture, cleansing, storage, and use.

About You:

• Expertise in data operations management and modernizing and/or transforming data management processes within a product-based environment
• Previous ownership of end-to-end data collection and processing operations and proven record of implementing streamlined processes to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in a dynamic and evolving environment. 
• Expertise in data collection methods and best practices, including web-scrapping, automated data collection methodologies, and/or leveraging the latest data science, engineering, and AI techniques
• Proven experience in leading, onboarding, and managing high-performing global teams focused on the collection and enrichment of information that supports SaaS products and analysis.
• A background in designing and implementing effective processes for web data collection, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and scalability of data sources while maintaining a focus on data quality.
• Proficient in budget management with a track record of effectively allocating resources to maximize efficiency and achieve organizational financial goals.
• Demonstrated ability to stay abreast of technological advancements, coupled with a proven track record of implementing solutions to optimize data collection, processing, and operational efficiency.
• Ability to mentor and navigate a dynamic team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment as a crucial aspect of leading data operations in an organization.
• Experience managing offshore partnerships, ideally within India.
• Deep technical and product management experience with an ability to understand and explain technical problems to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences; Previous data product management experience is a plus for this role
• Knowledge of advanced data elements such as metadata, taxonomies, and classification within an unstructured data environment; Experience with open-source data collection
• Experience with contact data, people data, and/or experience with the U.S. Public Sector is ideal but not required. 

What is it like to work here?We foster an environment that encourages all our team members to excel by offering competitive compensation for top talent. We believe in creating a friendly and enjoyable workplace, with regular team-building events, happy hours, and more. Transparency is key within our company, and we hold weekly town halls led by our CEO to address questions regarding business plans, product direction, and company goals. In addition, we provide flexible PTO policies to ensure you can enjoy your time outside the office and focus on your personal life.
Everyone from full-stack developers to data scientists, former Hill staffers, and sales professionals help shape our in-depth people intelligence.
There is never a dull moment in our Washington, D.C. headquarters. People come from all over the world to join forces at Leadership Connect. We currently have teams working remotely and in-office and often get together for rooftop happy hours, exploring a brand new office, and meeting all the new hires on our growing team.
Want to join our amazing team? Benefits/Rewards:Awesome medical insurance planDental InsuranceLife & Disability insuranceFlexible spending accountsUnlimited PTO!Eleven Paid Holidays$3,000 Employee Referral ProgramEmployer contribution to 401(k) planRewards and recognition programs If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we still want to hear from you!  Leadership Connect is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Leadership Connect we focus on evaluation based on key competencies needed for success in the position. We look forward to receiving your application!
Leadership Connect is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.