Phillip van Blerk

Data Leader | Turning Complex Data into Clear Decisions

United Kingdom

About

I am a dedicated data scientist with over 25 years of experience in industries like investment management, banking, healthcare, and more. My passion for data science influences how I approach and solve problems. I have built and led high-performing teams, implemented advanced data technologies, and delivered actionable insights. I thrive on harmonising diverse data disciplines and inspiring my teams to achieve their full potential.

Experience

  • Data Director: Finance at Monzo Bank
    Aug 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

  • Director of Data and Analytics at Omnipresent
    Mar 2022 - Feb 2024 · 2 yrs

    Omnipresent provides Employer of Record (EOR) services which leads to interesting data complexities like currency conversion, legal differences across countries and managing highly sensitive data. Key Responsibilities: • Developed and executed the data and analytics vision and strategy. • Implemented Data Mesh 2.0 throughout the organisation. • Increased data fluency through coaching and training using a data community of practice.

  • Data Infrastructure Consultant at Wimmy
    Jun 2021 - Apr 2022 · 11 mos

  • Acting Chief Data Officer at Xineoh
    Jun 2021 - Apr 2022 · 11 mos

  • Data Consultant at Poetry Consulting
    Apr 2021 - Apr 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

    • Provided strategic data consultancy services across multiple industries, including fintech, healthcare, and mining. • Led projects involving data infrastructure setup, data DevOps, data science platform implementation, and data pipeline development.