The Data And AI Podcast

This podcast will cover a range of topics such as finding data talent, and AI training. We will also discuss more advanced subjects like assessing the value of your data team, identifying biases in AI and addressing pay gaps in Data and AI.

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Dive deep into the world of AI, data, and analytics

Episode 19: How AI Innovation & Hiring Are Evolving Hand in Hand

Exclusive! Harnham to 15,000: The Shift to Personalisation

Episode 18: Beyond the Numbers: Humanising Your Customer Data

Episode 17: Bridging the Consumer Experience Gap: What Brands Get Wrong

Episode 16: The Past, Present, and Future of Experimentation

Episode 15: Utilising Data for Market Fit

Episode 14: Geospatial Analytics – Past, Present and Future

Episode 13: Democratising Data

Episode 12: How to Build and Retain High-Performing Analytics Teams

Episode 11: Leading with a People-First Approach: Navigating Growth in Data and AI

Episode 10: From Payday Lending to AI: Navigating the Credit Risk Landscape

Episode 9: The State and Future of AI

Episode 8: The Next Data Wave: Emerging Trends in Data Management and Governance

Episode 7: Futurecast: Skillsets, Decisions, and the Role of AI

Episode 6: Getting Into the Data Industry Without a STEM Degree

Episode 5: Diversity Equity & Inclusion – How Data Leaders Can Take Action

Episode 4 – Key Findings from Harnham’s 2023 US Data & AI Salary Guide

Episode 3: Key Findings from Harnham’s 2023 UK Data & AI Salary Guide

Episode 2 – Data Literacy (with Waseem Ali & David Reed)

Episode 1 – Quantifying the Benefit of Data (with Waseem Ali & Craig Civil)

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.NET Software Developer

Oxford

£45000 - £50000

+ Data Engineering

Permanent
Oxford, Oxfordshire

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Role: Software Developer (.NET)
Salary: £50,000
Location: Wallingford – Hybrid (3 days a week in office)

Our client, a sustainability-driven eCommerce business, is looking for a .NET Software Developer to join their technology team. They rescue and resell over half a million books each week, preventing waste and funding literacy programmes – combining technology, commerce, and purpose.

You’ll play a key role in designing and maintaining scalable software that powers their eCommerce platform and warehouse operations, working with modern tech including AWS, Docker, SQL/NoSQL databases, and CI/CD pipelines.

The role will involve:

  • Developing and maintaining applications in C# .NET
  • Designing and optimising database solutions (SQL & NoSQL)
  • Deploying and scaling applications in AWS with Docker and CI/CD
  • Collaborating with product and business teams to deliver solutions
  • Debugging and enhancing existing systems for performance and security

What you’ll bring:

  • 3+ years’ experience in software development with .NET (C#)
  • Strong SQL database skills; exposure to NoSQL a plus
  • Hands-on experience with AWS and Docker
  • Familiarity with Agile methods and Git/Bitbucket
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Nice to have: Microservices, CI/CD pipelines, front-end (Blazor/JavaScript), and experience in eCommerce or logistics.

This is a great opportunity to join a purpose-led tech team building modern systems that directly support sustainability and literacy. Apply today or get in touch for more details.

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Data Architect

London

£550 - £600

+ Data Engineering

Contract
London

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DATA ARCHITECT

£550 – £600 per day

6 – months

We are representing a leading UK organisation recognised for its large-scale operations, strong public profile, and commitment to digital transformation. The organisation is undergoing a significant modernisation programme, with investment in technology, data, and cloud platforms to drive efficiency, transparency, and innovation across all business functions. With an emphasis on collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement, this organisation is seeking top-tier talent to help shape its future.

Role Overview & Responsibilities
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect to play a pivotal role in the migration of Finance and HR divisions onto Workday. This contractor will be instrumental in shaping the organisation’s data strategy, building scalable architecture solutions, and ensuring data integrity, security, and governance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing scalable data architecture solutions aligned with business and industry standards.

  • Supporting the migration of Finance and HR data and systems into Workday.

  • Managing critical data elements in Purview Data Catalogue and ensuring effective usage across the business.

  • Establishing and enforcing data governance, quality, and security standards.

  • Developing a data operating model for BAU and ongoing product adoption.

  • Driving data architecture evolution to support advanced analytics and AI over the next four years.

  • Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into data solutions.

  • Providing technical leadership and mentorship to data architects, engineers, and analysts.

  • Staying up to date with new technologies, and recommending improvements to architecture practices.

Technical Skills & Experience


Must-have:

  • Extensive experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale data architectures

  • Proficiency in data integration and ETL processes.

  • Advanced skills in SQL, Python, or equivalent programming languages.

  • Strong knowledge of data governance, data security, and compliance frameworks.

  • Expertise in Master & Reference Data Management and Data Quality best practices.

  • Cloud-based architecture experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

  • Experience implementing data management frameworks and operating models.

Desirable:

  • Master’s degree or DAMA certification (CDMP).Proven expertise with Workday product and data integrations.

  • Experience across different database architectures (Lakehouse, Relational, Document Store).

  • Familiarity with observability tools, BI platforms (Power BI), or Agile methods.

  • Knowledge of advanced analytics, data science, or NLP techniques.

Soft Skills

  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, able to bridge technical and non-technical conversations.

  • Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and documentation skills.

  • Proven leadership with the ability to mentor and guide teams.

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Marketing Lead

Leeds

£40000 - £50000

+ Digital Analytics

Permanent
Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Marketing Lead – Education Sector

Location: Leeds or Halifax (1-2 days per week in office)
Salary: £40,000-£50,000

The Company

We’re partnered with a well-established UK education provider, currently expanding from maths into broader subject areas. The organisation creates high-quality teaching materials, digital tools, and training programs that support teachers from Early Years to GCSE and beyond. With strong adoption across schools nationwide and international growth into markets such as Australia and the UAE, it’s an exciting time to join.

The Role

This Marketing Lead role has evolved from an SEO-focused position into a broader leadership role overseeing a team of three specialists. You’ll bring hands-on expertise across key marketing channels while continuing to develop the organisation’s SEO strategy, brand presence, and commercial impact. Reporting to the Head of Marketing, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the marketing function during a period of rebrand and subject expansion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support a team of three marketing specialists across content, social, and general marketing.
  • Maintain and grow strong organic visibility (SEO) as the organisation expands into science education and international markets.
  • Oversee digital marketing activities across SEO, content, email, social, and paid channels.
  • Support ongoing rebranding efforts to establish a strong market presence across maths and science.
  • Build a content library that improves discoverability beyond current PDF-based resources.
  • Contribute to commercial growth strategies by aligning marketing with sales and product initiatives.
  • Explore innovative marketing applications of AI tools such as ChatGPT.
  • Collaborate closely with commercial teams to promote new and existing educational content.

Skills & Experience

  • Proven SEO expertise with experience managing large-scale organic visibility projects.
  • Broad digital marketing experience across multiple channels (content, email, social, paid).
  • Strong people leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring a small team.
  • Strategic thinker with ability to balance hands-on delivery and leadership responsibilities.
  • Experience in education or content-driven industries is desirable but not essential.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics, SEMrush, or Screaming Frog.

Benefits

  • £40,000-£50,000 base salary
  • Hybrid working – 1 day per week in Halifax, 1-2 additional days in either Halifax or Leeds
  • Opportunity to shape marketing during a pivotal rebrand and subject expansion
  • Autonomy to implement innovative strategies including AI-led initiatives
  • Collaborative, education-focused environment with real social impact

How to Apply

Interested? Send your CV to Mohammed Buhariwala at Harnham via the Apply link on this page.

Keywords

Marketing Lead, SEO, Digital Marketing, Education, Content Marketing, Social Media, Email Marketing, Paid Media, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Rebrand, UK Jobs, Leeds Jobs, Halifax Jobs

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Customer Analytics Manager

Liverpool

£70000 - £80000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
Liverpool, Merseyside

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Customer Analytics Manager
Liverpool (Hybrid)

The Company

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading retailer at a pivotal moment in their data journey; with a huge volume of customer and transactional data, they’re investing heavily in analytics to transform insight into strategic advantage, and as the Customer Analytics Manager, you’ll be at the centre of this transformation, building a best-in-class team, shaping customer strategy, and embedding data-led decision making across the business!

The Role

In this high-impact position, you will:

  • Lead & Develop a Team: Manage, mentor and inspire a team of analysts, creating a culture of curiosity, innovation, and commercial focus.
  • Drive the Customer Data Strategy: Play a pivotal role in evolving the CDP, building robust and accessible data foundations that unlock new growth opportunities.
  • Partner with the Business: Work closely with Marketing, Online, Retail, Merchandising, and Customer Insight teams to ensure data-led strategies shape decision-making.
  • Champion Marketing Effectiveness: Enable Marketing to measure and optimise campaigns with confidence, supporting smarter investment decisions.
  • Automate Insight & Reporting: Oversee the delivery of dashboards and self-serve tools, empowering colleagues across the business with fast, actionable insights.
  • Be a Trusted Voice: Translate complex analytics into clear, compelling recommendations for senior stakeholders – influencing decisions at the highest level.
  • Own Data Quality: Champion governance and measurement standards, ensuring data integrity and accuracy across the customer landscape.

Your Skills & Experience

I’m looking for an analytics leader who can balance technical expertise with commercial impact. You’ll bring:

  • Extensive experience in customer analytics
  • Line management experience
  • Strong communication and data storytelling skills, with the ability to influence at C-suite level

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary

How to Apply

Please register your interest by sending your CV to Adam Osborne at Harnham

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Senior Data Analyst – Dating App

London

£50000 - £60000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
London

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Senior Data Analyst – Dating App

Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000

We are looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join our fast-growing dating product team. In this role, you’ll drive insights that directly shape product strategy, user experience, and feature development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own analysis of key dating funnel metrics (sign-ups, matches, retention, conversions).

  • Build dashboards to track engagement and performance across markets.

  • Design and analyse A/B tests to validate new product features.

  • Provide clear insights that influence product, marketing, and leadership decisions.

Ideal Candidate

  • 8+ years’ experience in data analytics, ideally in consumer apps or online platforms.

  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, and BI tools (Tableau, Looker, Power BI).

  • Experience working with subscription, engagement, or conversion funnel data.

  • Strong communicator, able to present complex findings in simple, actionable ways.

Find out more and apply via the link below.

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Product Manager

London

£90000 - £110000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
London

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Product Manager – Dating App (Growth & Monetisation)

Location: London, Hybrid
Salary: £110,000 plus benefits

We’re seeking a Product Manager to lead growth and monetisation for a new dating product. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the user journey, driving engagement, and developing features that improve retention and revenue.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the roadmap for monetisation features (subscriptions, premium upgrades, paywalls).

  • Develop growth strategies to improve user onboarding, matches, and engagement.

  • Use analytics and A/B testing to inform product improvements.

  • Partner with design, engineering, and marketing to deliver a high-quality dating experience.

Ideal Candidate

  • 3+ years of product management experience in consumer apps (dating or social platforms a strong plus).

  • Understanding of freemium models, user engagement, and mobile UX.

  • Comfortable using data to guide prioritisation and decision-making.

  • Empathy for users and strong instincts for consumer behaviour in dating apps.

Find out more and apply via the link below.

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Senior Data Analyst

London

£45000 - £60000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
London

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Senior Data Analyst – London – £60,000 + Benefits
Hybrid (2-3 days/week in London office)

We’re working exclusively with a global leader in data and analytics, hiring a commercially minded Senior Data Analyst to help optimise how millions of survey responses are matched, priced, and delivered to some of the world’s biggest brands.

This is a high-impact, insight-driven role working across commercial, product, and data science teams to boost performance and revenue. You’ll reverse-engineer models, spot patterns in client and user behaviour, and bring creativity and curiosity to complex, real-world data problems.

What you’ll be working on:

  • Pricing and revenue optimisation across large-scale survey operations

  • Modelling client and user behaviour to improve performance

  • Clustering, regression, and exploratory analysis to uncover insights

  • Collaborating cross-functionally to influence decision-making

  • Working with Python, SQL, and moving into Azure

What they’re looking for:

  • 3-5+ years in analytics (media, ecommerce, or high-volume environments a bonus)

  • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills

  • Curious, commercial thinker who thrives in fast-paced settings

  • Strong skills in SQL and Python

London (2-3 days/week hybrid)
£60,000 base + full benefits (no bonus)
❌ No sponsorship available

Want to get involved? Drop your CV now – this is a fast-moving process.

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Marketing Data Analyst

London

£28000 - £35000

+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights

Permanent
London

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Job Title: Marketing Data Analyst
Location: London (Hybrid – 2-3 days/week in office)
Salary: £35,000

A well-established professional services firm is seeking a Marketing Data Analyst to support its growing analytics and insights team. This is an ideal role for someone with a keen eye for data, looking to build a strong foundation in analytics within a collaborative, commercially focused environment.

The Role:
You’ll work alongside experienced analysts and business stakeholders, helping to transform raw data into clear, actionable insights. From data preparation and cleaning to supporting dashboards and regular reporting, you’ll play a key part in driving smarter decision-making across the business.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Preparing, validating and analysing data from multiple internal systems

  • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of dashboards and regular reports

  • Supporting ad-hoc analysis and insight requests from across the business

  • Working closely with the senior analytics team to continuously improve data processes

What We’re Looking For:

  • Strong Excel and data handling skills (SQL knowledge a plus)

  • A methodical, detail-oriented approach to working with large datasets

  • Some familiarity with data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) is desirable

  • Eager to learn, with a genuine interest in using data to solve business problems

  • Quantitative degree from a leading university is essential

You’ll be based in London 2-3 days a week, with flexibility around remote working. This is a great opportunity to start or build your career in a role where development and learning are encouraged.

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