Alex Blyth
Head of Data @Nest Pensions
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WORK HISTORY
Head of Data @Nest Pensions
Architected and delivered a modern Databricks Lakehouse platform, transitioning from fragmented legacy Excel based processes to scalable cloud-based ELT pipelines- Established an enterprise-wide Data Governance framework, introducing data ownership, stewardship and quality controls aligned to regulatory requirements- Implemented a company-wide Data Quality Strategy, improving reporting reliability and reducing operational and compliance risk exposure- Partnered with CEO, CFO and CRO to embed data into financial planning, risk management and strategic decision-making- Led third-party vendor and consultancy relationships to accelerate transformation while maintaining internal capability ownership.
EDUCATION
University of Warwick - Warwick Business School
Management
King Edward VI College and North Warwickshire and Hinckley College
A level, Business Studies, Maths, Law, Psychology
ABOUT ALEX BLYTH
I am a commercially focused Head of Data with 15+ years’ experience transforming data functions into enterprise capabilities that drive measurable financial and operational impact.I have led cloud platform modernisation, governance design and data product development in global and regulated environments, delivering over $8m in incremental revenue, £1m+ in annual cost reduction and significant operational efficiency gains.My focus is not on reporting for its own sake - it is on ensuring data changes decisions, reduces risk and improves performance. I partner closely with executive stakeholders to align data strategy with commercial priorities, regulatory obligations and long-term organisational scalability.I specialise in:• Enterprise data strategy and operating model design• Cloud data platforms (Databricks, Azure)• Governance and data quality frameworks• Revenue optimisation and automation• Building and scaling high-performing data teamsI believe data should be treated as a corporate asset, governed, trusted and directly linked to measurable business outcomes.
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