Head of Analytics and Data Science

About the role

Data is at the core of Zenjob's marketplace, and we're looking for a collaborative, forward-thinking Head of Analytics & Data Science to guide our next chapter. In this role, you will lead and mature our data and analytics function, helping the team unlock actionable insights and scale their impact across the company.

What you'll do

• Coach and develop our team of Data Scientists and Analysts. You will foster a healthy, collaborative culture rooted in continuous learning, best practices, and practical business impact.
• Guide the team in adopting modern AI tools and methodologies to improve our daily workflows, while helping identify smart opportunities to leverage AI.
• Manage the roadmap for data initiatives. You will keep a steady delivery pace, ensuring the team's output translates into clear, measurable value for Zenjob.
• Partner closely with Data, Engineering and Business stakeholders to ensure we are building a collaborative, reliable, and accessible data ecosystem.
• Help the team prioritize high-impact initiatives, ensuring we are solving mission-critical business problems rather than getting lost in the noise.

What you'll need

• A proven track record of managing and developing data professionals (analysts and/or data scientists) in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity and practical experience with modern AI tools, with a clear view of how to use them to automate workflows and enhance analytical capabilities.
• Prior experience or a deep understanding of two-sided marketplace dynamics (supply, demand, and matching optimization).
• The ability to bridge the gap between technical data work and business reality, turning complex analysis into simple, actionable insights for stakeholders.
• A strong background in data modeling, analytical methodologies, and experimentation, combined with a highly pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• An empathetic communication style that allows you to influence stakeholders, build trust, and bring people along on the data journey.

What they offer

• 28 days of paid vacation (increased by 1 day for every 2 calendar years of service, up to 30 days)
• Hybrid working model with up to 2 days per week remote (1 day during first 6 months)
• Annual training budget of EUR 1,000 and mentoring opportunities
• EUR 30 Urban Sports Club grant and EUR 40 monthly NAVIT mobility credit
• Quarterly team events and office in Prenzlauer Berg