Specialised Recruitment for Data & Analytics Leadership
Data-driven decision-making is fundamental to competitive advantage in today’s business landscape.
Every modern organisation requires robust data and analytics capabilities to drive business decisions that boost performance and profit. Finding leaders who combine technical expertise with business acumen is crucial for these organisations to succeed.
With deep industry connections and proven expertise, we place strategic data leaders in rewarding permanent roles, find experienced professionals to lead transformational projects, and help these executives build high-performing teams.
Allura Partners specialises in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for clients that are committed to embedding data-driven decision-making throughout their operations.
We partner with:
Private equity portfolio companies requiring rapid data transformation
ASX-listed companies building enterprise-wide data capabilities
Corporate enterprises enhancing their data maturity
SaaS and technology companies scaling their data operations
Retail and e-commerce businesses leveraging customer insights.
Please contact us if you are considering your next career opportunity or if you’d like to discuss the current market landscape and hiring needs within your team.
Bridging Technical Excellence and Business Strategy
We specialise in identifying and placing experienced professionals who can translate complex data insights into compelling business strategies for technical and non-technical stakeholders, lead transformational data initiatives, build and mentor high-performing teams, and ultimately drive data-driven decision-making across organisations. Understanding the unique requirements that apply to specific industries and organisational maturity levels, we place a range of specialist leaders including:
Heads of Data and Analytics who combine hands-on technical skills with strategic leadership
Chief Data Officers who can drive organisation-wide data strategy
Data Engineering Leaders experienced in modern data platforms
Analytics Managers who can translate data insights into business value
Data Governance specialists who ensure robust data management
Business Intelligence leaders who enable data-driven decision making
Stay Informed With Our Real-World Salary Data
Access our salary guide for in-depth insights into current market compensation trends and benchmarks. Showcasing examples from our track record working across ASX-listed, private, and private equity-backed companies in the Data space.
Meet Our Technology Team
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Jake Rose
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR | TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL
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Niall Ross
DIRECTOR | EXECUTIVE SEARCH & MELBOURNE
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Kaio Desouza
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT | DATA & ANALYTICS
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Toby Wallace
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT | CLOUD, DEVOPS & INFRASTRUCTURE
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Marie Higgins
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT | SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
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Ian Branch
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT | MELBOURNE
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George Lin
SENIOR CONSULTANT | CYBER SECURITY
Supporting Data-Driven Transformation
We understand that different stages of data maturity require different leadership approaches. Our expertise lies in matching the right data leaders to organisations based on their specific transformation objectives and timeframes.
For ASX-listed companies and corporate enterprises we identify strategic data leaders with proven capacity to build teams and influence business decisions.
For private equity-backed organisations, we secure innovative data leaders to work in permanent, interim or fractional roles delivering forward-thinking solutions that support transformative change and growth.
For organisations that may require specific expertise for transformation projects, our network of contract professionals provides deep technical expertise precisely when needed, enables flexible scaling of leadership resources, and brings fresh perspectives alongside industry best practices. These experienced contractors can help navigate critical transitions while transferring knowledge to permanent teams effectively.
Elevate Your Data Leadership Career
For high-calibre data and analytics professionals seeking new opportunities, Allura Partners takes a considered, personalised approach to career progression. We understand that experienced data leaders are often not actively seeking roles, but remain open to compelling opportunities that align with their career aspirations.
Through ongoing professional networking and deep market knowledge, we maintain relationships with data leaders to understand their long-term career objectives. When opportunities arise that match these aspirations - whether it's the chance to lead a team, drive transformation in a new industry, or take on broader strategic responsibilities - we make targeted introductions.
For those actively seeking new positions, we provide access to exclusive roles across private equity, ASX-listed and multinational organisations. Our strong relationships with these organisations, combined with our understanding of their data maturity and transformation objectives, enables us to make meaningful introductions that lead to successful placements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Technical proficiency in SQL and Python provides the foundation, while expertise in modern data platforms like Databricks or Snowflake is increasingly valuable. However, the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and translate data insights into business value is equally crucial. Experience with tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Fabric for business intelligence is also highly regarded.
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While the market moderated in 2024, 2025 is showing positive signs of recovery. Organisations are particularly seeking hands-on data leaders who can combine technical expertise with strategic business leadership.
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Organisations that demonstrate a commitment to data-driven decision-making attract the best talent. This is best demonstrated by empowering data leaders with influence in business decisions, providing appropriate resources and budgets, and treating data as a strategic asset rather than a support function.
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Beyond technical skills, focus on developing stakeholder management capabilities and the ability to demonstrate business value through data. Experience in transformation projects, particularly in private equity environments, is highly valued for senior roles.
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Timelines vary based on market conditions and specific requirements. Using your network and working with a specialist recruiter who understands both the technical and business aspects of data leadership can significantly streamline the process.
Data drives business success, securing the right leadership is crucial
Whether you're seeking your next data leadership role or need to strengthen your organisation's data capabilities, our expert consultants will find the best solution. Contact Allura Partners today to learn how we can support your data and analytics leadership needs.