Visualization Service Lead

Job Title: Visualization Service Lead

Career Level - F

Introduction to role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Global BI Visualization Lead to join our dynamic Business Intelligence team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data visualization, BI tools, and data analysis. The Global BI Visualization Lead will be responsible for building the business intelligence capabilities that transform complex data into insightful visualizations supporting decision-making across our global organization. This role requires a combination of technical skills, analytical thinking, and business acumen, as well as the ability to work effectively across different time zones and cultures.

Accountabilities

Key Responsibilities:
1. Leadership and Strategy:
- Be a key strategic leader responsible for demonstrating the value of data and insights across the organization
- Develop and continuously refine a comprehensive business intelligence strategy and capability roadmap
- Promote a data-driven culture throughout the organization and improve existing BI processes
- Drive the adoption of data-driven decision-making across the global organization
- Lead and mentor a team of top-notch talent across various global regions

2. Business Intelligence and Visualization:
- Ensure data and insights are integrated into every aspect of the business
- Familiarity with using a broad set of BI Tools including Power BI, Qlik, Spotfire, Tableau, MicroStrategy, etc.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft Fabric and its features, including hands-on experience
- Experience streamlining a portfolio of business intelligence and analytics tools
- Develop and implement evolving BI visualization standards and best practices aligned to data governance and security standards
- Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and advancements in BI tools and techniques and assess opportunities to incorporate innovative approaches

3. Collaboration and Communication:
- Leading and collaborating with the BI Community of Practice on knowledge sharing and driving use of best practices
- Partner with cross-functional teams across different BTG’s (Business Technology Groups) to ensure alignment with organizational goals and facilitate data accessibility
- Experience leading large-scale platform/tool migrations and ability to inspire and influence other BTG’s on adopting new technologies
- Communicate complex data insights to stakeholders through storytelling and data visualization
- Collaborate with enterprise architect team to define the architecture and BI priorities for efficiency and scalability

Essential Skills/Experience

- 15+ years of experience in Data Analytics and Business Intelligence.
- Hands-on expertise in designing and implementing self-service reporting, data visualization, and analysis tools to empower business users
- Proficiency in BI tools such as Power BI, Qlik, Spotfire, Tableau, MicroStrategy, etc.
- Deep understanding of analytics principles and best practices for building scalable, reliable BI solutions
- Proven ability to translate complex data into compelling, actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with a global team.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor a geographically dispersed business intelligence team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field – master’s degree is preferred

Desirable Skills/Experience

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When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, our work has a direct impact on patients by transforming our ability to develop life-changing medicines. We empower the business to perform at its peak by combining cutting-edge science with leading digital technology platforms and data. Join us at a crucial stage of our journey in becoming a digital and data-led enterprise. Here you can innovate, take ownership, experiment with leading-edge technology, and tackle challenges that might never have been tackled before. Shape your own path with support all the way.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.