Data Operations Manager

Maximise your chances of a successful application to this job by ensuring your CV and skills are a good match. Permanent Bournemouth - Hybrid - 2 days a week on site £65-75k + bonus and benefits Are you looking for your next challenge? Are you a Data Manager ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking a Data Operations Manager to lead and scale our data capabilities, ensuring the delivery of reliable, high-quality, and accessible data across the organisation. This role requires strong Data Operations Leadership, Strategic Stakeholder Management, and a Scalable Systems & Compliance Mindset to drive data strategy, enable business insights, and support operational excellence. You will be responsible for overseeing data operations, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing scalable, automated processes that support growing data demands. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and mature a DataOps capability within a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage data operations to ensure efficient, reliable, and scalable data delivery Oversee the development and maintenance of data pipelines for integration, transformation, and storage Provide leadership and mentorship to Data Engineers, Analysts, and QA teams Drive the adoption of best practices across data build, release, and deployment processes Establish and optimise automated, scalable processes for large-scale data and machine learning workloads Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot data and machine learning infrastructure Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver effective solutions Define and track KPIs to measure the performance and impact of data operations Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across multiple systems and environments Identify and implement new tools and technologies to improve efficiency and capability Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and data governance standards Provide regular reporting and insights to senior stakeholders on performance and delivery Key Requirements Proven experience in data operations, data engineering, or a related field (typically 5+ years) Demonstrated experience leading and managing data-focused teams in complex environments Strong understanding of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and cloud-based data platforms Experience delivering both business and technology change initiatives xehkeey Ability to work effectively within a matrix organisation and manage multiple stakeholders Experience engaging with senior leadership and influencing decision-making Knowledge of data governance, compliance, and regulatory frameworks Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies Relevant certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, Agile) are desirable What We Offer Competitive salary and performance-based bonus Flexible and hybrid working options Opportunities for career growth and development Up to 12% pension contribution Private health insurance Life assurance (4x salary) Collaborative and inclusive working environment Free breakfast and lunch in the offices Free parking on site