Interim Head of Data & Insights (Data Analytics)

TL;DR

Interim Head of Data & Insights (Data Analytics): Ensuring team continuity and leadership for a multidisciplinary data team during a transition period with an accent on people management and strategic alignment. Focus on maintaining team momentum, onboarding new analysts, and preparing a seamless handover to a permanent successor.

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands (minimum 3 days per week on-site)

Company

hirify.global is a pioneer in the European fast-charging network for electric mobility.

What you will do

• Lead and coach a multidisciplinary team of ~8 people across Data Analytics, Engineering, and Science/AI.
• Manage the transition and structured one-month handover from the outgoing Head of Data.
• Onboard two new Data Analysts to ensure rapid integration and productivity.
• Align the data strategy with the COO and other senior leadership members in cross-functional forums.
• Maintain and refine the team's roadmap and define metrics for annual objective setting.
• Actively participate in the recruitment and handover to the permanent Head of Data.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of people management experience, preferably leading multidisciplinary data teams.
• Proven experience in interim or transitional leadership roles.
• Strong background in Data Analytics and Analytics Engineering (non-negotiable).
• Ability to engage credibly with Director and Board-level stakeholders.
• Must be based in or able to commute to Amsterdam for at least 3 days a week.

Culture & Benefits

• Daily vegetarian lunches provided at the office.
• Professional gear of your choice.
• Opportunity to contribute to the acceleration of electric mobility.
• High-impact mission in a fast-growing scale-up environment.

Hiring process

• Online screening calls conducted on a rolling basis.
• At least one final interview round conducted on-site in the Amsterdam office.