{"id":40468,"date":"2026-01-28T10:24:01","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T10:24:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dataiq.global\/?post_type=100-alumni&p=40468"},"modified":"2026-02-09T14:34:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T14:34:02","slug":"steve-pimblett-chief-data-officer-cdo-rightmove","status":"publish","type":"100-alumni","link":"https:\/\/www.dataiq.global\/devstage\/dataiq100\/steve-pimblett-chief-data-officer-cdo-rightmove\/","title":{"rendered":"Steve Pimblett, Chief Data Officer (CDO), Rightmove"},"content":{"rendered":"

Steve\u00a0Pimblett\u00a0is Chief Data Officer at Rightmove, where he leads the organisation\u2019s data and AI strategy with a focus on translating insight into measurable commercial impact.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

He brings more than 20 years\u2019 experience building data and analytics capabilities across a range of digital and consumer businesses. Steve began his career with\u00a0a strong foundation\u00a0in applied statistics and analytics in his home city of Liverpool, before progressing into senior leadership roles where data became a core strategic asset rather than a support function.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Across organisations including\u00a0Moneysupermarket,\u00a0Betsson,\u00a0Wejo, The Very Group,\u00a0and Rightmove, Steve has\u00a0frequently\u00a0been appointed as the first Chief Data Officer. In these roles, he has\u00a0been responsible for\u00a0establishing\u00a0data strategy, platforms, operating\u00a0models\u00a0and teams from the ground up. His work has included commercialising large-scale consumer and industry data assets,\u00a0building\u00a0global cloud and streaming platforms, and embedding AI and advanced analytics into customer and partner journeys.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Steve has led data transformations at every scale, from high-growth start-ups to FTSE 100 organisations. This breadth of experience has shaped a pragmatic view of data leadership: sustainable advantage comes from tight alignment between data, business strategy, product\u00a0development\u00a0and organisational culture. He is known for balancing innovation with trust,\u00a0security\u00a0and regulatory compliance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At Rightmove, Steve\u2019s focus is on execution,\u00a0turning ambition into effective operating models, embedding responsible AI\u00a0practices,\u00a0and unlocking long-term value from data while\u00a0maintaining\u00a0the confidence of customers,\u00a0partners\u00a0and regulators.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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As a data and AI leader, which traits and skills do you think matter most, and which of those have been most influential for you in your current position?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u201cEffective data and AI leadership comes down to a small number of critical traits: commercial clarity, execution discipline, trust leadership, and the ability to influence at scale.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe most important skill is connecting data and AI to\u00a0real business\u00a0outcomes. Technical depth matters, but impact comes from translating complexity into decisions that drive growth,\u00a0efficiency\u00a0and customer value.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cStrong leaders also think in operating models:\u00a0moving from experimentation to repeatable execution through clear ownership,\u00a0governance,\u00a0and prioritisation. As AI becomes more pervasive, trust is non-negotiable: privacy, security, regulatory\u00a0compliance\u00a0and ethical AI must be embedded by design, not retrofitted later.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cFinally, clear communication and change leadership are essential to align senior stakeholders and shift organisational behaviour.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIn my own career, commercial focus and execution have been the most influential. Building first-time CDO functions taught me that strategy only counts when it lands in products,\u00a0processes\u00a0and P&Ls. Working in regulated environments reinforced that trust\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0a brake on innovation,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0what allows AI to scale and endure.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Reflecting on your career, what is one non-traditional piece of advice (outside of technical skills) you would give to an aspiring data or AI leader aiming for the C-suite?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u201cOne non-traditional piece of advice is to learn to lead ambiguity, not certainty.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAt C-suite level, data and AI leaders are valued less for having the\u00a0\u2018right answer\u2019\u00a0and more for their ability to frame trade-offs, absorb complexity, and create confidence when the data is incomplete. The hardest decisions sit at the intersection of growth, risk, regulation,\u00a0ethics,\u00a0and culture\u00a0where tension is inevitable and certainty is rare.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIn my career, the ability to stay calm in ambiguity, align diverse stakeholders, and keep momentum has mattered far more than technical mastery. Boards need data and AI\u00a0expertise, but what they really value is a leader they trust to turn uncertainty into clear direction and tangible business value.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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