Data Platform Manager

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Job description

We have recently starting embarking on a multi-year data transformation programme to leverage, harness and use data better at Age UK and now we need a Data Platform Manager to help the daily delivery of our platforms across the organisation.

If you have lead development teams who have managed enterprise data platforms, helped drive knowledge and adoption of platforms to colleagues in a complex organisation, and have strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, please review the job description below for a more exhaustive list of responsibilities and apply.

This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is in either London, Blackpool, Devon or Warrington. You would be expected to attend the office around once a month for team days and more often if necessary.

Age UK internal grade - 4LT/4NT. This salary comprises of a base salary of £58,140 plus a market supplement of £6,860 per annum due to the specialist nature of the role. In total the complete salary is £65,000 per annum.

Must haves:

Proven track record in implementing and managing enterprise data platforms, specifically leveraging Microsoft Databricks, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform technologies in a substantial organizational setting.
Demonstrated ability to take ownership of enterprise-level data platforms, including the development of comprehensive internal roadmaps. Strong capability in assessing and implementing new features and products to drive business value and efficiency.
Driving technology adoption initiatives and providing insightful reports on workplace technology utilisation.
Understanding of Azure DevOps and modern DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated testing methodologies.
Expertise in Azure Databricks, including experience with data engineering and data processing workflows.
Understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365, including CRM functionality and integration with other Microsoft and third-party services.
Understanding of the Power Platform suite, including Power BI for data visualization, Power Apps for low-code application development, and Power Automate for workflow automation.
Solid background in configuration management, identity and access management, and other services related to Databricks, Dynamics 365 and Power Platform ecosystems.
Experience in managing licensing and costs for Azure Databricks, Dynamics 365 and Power Platform environments.
Strong attention to detail and excellent customer service orientation.
A self-starter who can work autonomously and as a team player.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.

Great to haves:
Programming experience with Python or PySpark
Writing structured query language (SQL) or managing SQL databases
Programming experience with R
Write stories (or requirements) and maintain a prioritized backlog of platform enhancements.

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Occasional travel to other Age UK sites to enable performance of the duties and responsibilities and for the purposes of maintaining and updating professional skills and development.

Hybrid and remote working require that the candidate meet these additional requirements:
Internet bandwidth: 40Mbps minimum Internet connectivity: Wired / ADSL / Fibre Stable and safe working environment.

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

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