Data Programme Manager – Hybrid / London – £120K + Bonus & Excellent Benefits
Overview:
A prestigious global financial institution is seeking an accomplished Data Programme Manager to lead large-scale, business-critical data transformation initiatives.
In this strategic role, you will oversee programmes that enhance the organisation’s data capabilities, governance, and insight delivery. This includes driving enterprise data platform implementations, regulatory data initiatives, data quality improvements, and advanced analytics programmes, ensuring they are executed to the highest standards of governance, compliance, and business value.
You will manage a team of Project Managers, collaborating closely with Data, Technology, Risk, and Business stakeholders to deliver initiatives that enable smarter decision-making, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning and execution of enterprise-wide data programmes, ensuring delivery to scope, time, and budget.
- Drive initiatives across data platforms, governance, quality, and analytics to support strategic business objectives.
- Provide leadership and oversight to Project Managers, embedding strong programme governance and delivery discipline.
- Partner with senior stakeholders across Data, Finance, Risk, and Technology to ensure alignment and clear communication.
- Oversee vendor and third-party engagements to support platform and solution delivery.
- Manage programme risks, dependencies, and benefits realisation, with a strong focus on compliance and data integrity.
- Champion continuous improvement in data change delivery frameworks and best practices.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- 10+ years’ experience delivering data-focused transformation programmes within financial services.
- Strong track record in data platforms (e.g. data lakes/warehouses), governance, quality, and analytics delivery.
- Proven expertise in programme management, governance, and change management.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across business and technology.
- Excellent leadership skills with experience building and guiding high-performing delivery teams.
- Solid financial management, risk oversight, and executive reporting experience.
Package & Benefits:
- £120,000 base salary
- Annual performance bonus
- Hybrid working model (3 days per week in central London)
- Private healthcare cover
- Market-leading pension scheme
- Comprehensive lifestyle, wellbeing, and financial benefits