Data Strategy Manager

Newham offers a unique and exciting opportunity to build your career in a forward-thinking environment. The Council has recently launched its Data Strategy and is now entering an important phase of delivery, setting the stage for transformative change. As the Data Strategy Manager within the Digital, Data, and Service Design service, you will play a critical role in driving the implementation of key workstreams within this strategy, ensuring that Newham's data initiatives align with its broader goals.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with a range of service teams and senior leaders to co-deliver initiatives that focus on data governance, architecture, accountability, skills development, and the essential infrastructure needed for the successful integration of AI. You will be responsible for ensuring the seamless connection between business, product, and technical teams, with clear communication, managing stakeholder expectations, monitoring progress, and removing obstacles that may hinder project success.

Additionally, you will oversee the development and implementation of organisation-wide data practices, ensuring all initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and meet the highest quality standards. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the way in building a data-driven culture that will have a lasting impact on the Council's services and residents.

Do you have experience in SQL?, You will have a strong track record of delivering and implementing data strategies, data governance frameworks, and large-scale data management programmes. You will possess a deep understanding of data management principles, including data quality, metadata management, master data management, and data stewardship, which will enable you to lead complex initiatives with confidence.

You will have experience working with cross-functional teams to embed governance practices into operational services, ensuring their effective implementation and sustainability. You will be skilled in monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on data initiatives, with a proven ability to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement, and to take proactive steps to address them.

You will be knowledgeable about data literacy and change management strategies, using these to advance culture change and encourage the adoption of governance practices and data-driven decision making across the organisation. You will also have the ability to plan, manage, and deliver complex data governance and strategy initiatives on time, within scope, and to a high standard.

You should excel at building strong relationships with senior leaders, service managers, and board-level stakeholders, securing buy-in and driving the adoption of data initiatives. You will communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, ensuring stakeholders are aligned and informed.

You will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify risks and opportunities, and translate findings into actionable recommendations that drive meaningful change.

You should be familiar with tools and platforms for data governance, metadata management, data visualisation, and data quality monitoring, such as SQL, Microsoft Purview, and Power BI. Your understanding of Agile principles and frameworks will allow you to implement these practices effectively across teams, driving productivity and continuous improvement.

You will have strong negotiation and communication skills, enabling you to influence key decisions and engage with directors and senior managers to meet evolving performance reporting needs. You will also be experienced in building positive stakeholder relationships and navigating complex or sensitive matters, developing product strategies, and coaching others in product management best practices.

• Flexible working arrangements including offices in Dockside and working from home.
• Generous pension allowance (with employer contributions of up to 8%)
• Access to Newham Rewards employee benefits scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Eye test and Flu vouchers

Newham is a place that is full of potential and brimming with energy and talent. Proud to be one of the youngest and most diverse boroughs anywhere in the UK, 72% of our residents are from ethnically diverse communities, speaking over 220 languages and our population of 351,000 is growing at a rate of 14%, the third highest rate of growth in London. In recent years we have seen unparalleled levels of investment, growth, and interest in our Borough, but for all our successes, Covid-19 laid bare the endemic inequality that exists in our borough and how now, the Cost of Living crisis is exacerbating that. That's why we are working towards Building a Fairer Newham, focused on economic security, health, equality and the environment., We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that's all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role., The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the south east. It is well connected by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House close to our council offices and also Stratford station and from there to central London. The London City Airport which serves major European cities is located at Royal Albert Dock. Newham has the youngest overall population in the country. It was one of the six host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics and contains most of the Olympic Park including the London Stadium. It has a thriving arts quarter with the Theatre Royal Stratford East offering excellent entertainment for all the family. There is the University of East London which has two campuses in Newham, one in Stratford and another next to the regenerated Royal Albert Dock. It also has a large Westfield shopping Centre in Stratford which has all the major retailers there.   You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply