Senior Data Manager
We are partnering with a leading financial services organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Data Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
* Data Governance & Strategy:
o Develop and implement a robust data governance framework ensuring accountability, quality, and security across the organisation.
o Enhance data architecture to integrate multiple data sources, providing a unified view of the organisation's data.
o Promote data literacy and deliver annual data maturity assessments to senior management.
* Leadership & Team Management:
o Lead and mentor a team of data analysts, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
o Manage vendor selection and relationships to ensure high-quality data solutions.
* Enterprise Reporting Optimisation:
o Streamline reporting processes and improve data query performance for high availability and reliability.
o Lead the creation of dashboards, reports, and self-service tools to empower decision-making.
* Group & Regulatory Data Delivery:
o Oversee data pipelines for risk and finance teams, ensuring alignment with regulatory and business requirements.
o Ensure data accuracy and quality for regulatory submissions and internal reporting.
* Data-Driven Projects:
o Deliver key data projects that enhance operational efficiency and align with strategic objectives.
o Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and compliance with governance standards.
* Stakeholder Engagement:
o Communicate complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders and provide regular updates to senior management.
o Collaborate with key stakeholders to define data priorities and ensure effective use of data across departments.
You Will Have:
* Experience:
o 7+ years in data management, with at least 5 years in a senior role, preferably in banking or financial services.
* Data Governance Expertise:
o Knowledge of frameworks such as DAMA DMBOK and regulatory requirements (e.g., RDARR, BCBS 239).
* Banking Risk Data Expertise:
o Hands-on experience with banking risk data (credit, market, liquidity, operational) and associated regulations.
* Operational Reporting:
o Proven ability to optimise enterprise reporting systems and deliver timely, reliable insights.
* Project Management:
o Demonstrated success in delivering complex data-centric projects, managing risks, and meeting technical and business requirements.
* Technical Proficiency:
o Expertise in ETL processes, data warehouses, SQL, and data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
* Leadership Skills:
o Strong ability to lead and motivate high-performing teams.
* Communication:
o Exceptional skills to engage and influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a data-driven organisation and take your career to the next level.
You'll work on innovative projects, have the autonomy to shape a critical function, and collaborate with senior leaders to deliver real impact.
If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for driving data excellence, we'd love to hear from you.