Data Manager

We are seeking a Data Manager who will play a key role in enabling data driven decision making across the organisation. This position will lead the development and implementation of robust data management strategies, ensure high standards of data quality and security, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders. This is a pivotal role that will enhance business efficiency, strengthen operational performance, and inform strategic decisions that support the housing association's mission and long term objectives. Importantly, we are a people focused organisation, and this role reflects that. While technical expertise is essential, we are looking for someone who thrives on collaboration, values clear communication, and can build strong working relationships across teams. You must be able to translate technical concepts into meaningful conversations and support colleagues with empathy, patience, and confidence. The Role You will oversee data quality, compliance, security, and end to end data operations, ensuring our information is accurate, consistent, and trusted. You'll lead the delivery of reports, dashboards, analytics, and predictive insights, working closely with senior leaders to turn complex data into clear, actionable intelligence. As joint custodian of our Housing Management System (QL), you will ensure data integrity, system configuration, and reporting all meet operational and regulatory needs. You'll also guide the development of our Data Warehouse and analytics platforms, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and aligned with organisational goals. You will provide technical leadership on integrations, data modelling, and architecture, while driving innovation through AI, automation, and digital improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and enhance customer experience. Alongside this, you will lead and develop a high performing data team, fostering a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Your ability to motivate, support, and communicate effectively with people will be just as important as your technical leadership. You will actively contribute to wider IT management activity, supporting strategic planning and organisation wide digital initiatives.

Do you have experience in SQL?, We are looking for an adaptable and proactive Data Manager with proven experience delivering business insights, analytics, and reporting in complex organisational environments. You'll have a strong track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising effectively, and delivering change. You will be a confident communicator, able to gather requirements, translate needs into practical technical solutions, and engage stakeholders at all levels in a clear and approachable way. You'll have skills in SQL, relational database management, and enterprise reporting tools (Power BI, Excel, Power Automate), along with experience developing or supporting Enterprise Data Warehouses or BI platforms. You'll also have proven ability to design and maintain data models, data pipelines, and integrations across enterprise systems (CRM, ERP, Housing Management Systems). Most importantly, you will be someone who enjoys working with people just as much as working with data, a team player who collaborates naturally, supports colleagues with clarity and positivity, and contributes to a strong, people centred culture.

Holiday purchase scheme -buy up to an additional 5 days holiday per year

Holiday buy back scheme - bdht will buy up to 10 days holiday back from staff

Team budget every year to enjoy an afternoon out as a team

Electric vehicle leasing scheme through Octopus Energy

Pension scheme - defined contributions pension administered by the Social Housing Pension Scheme (SHPS)

Life insurance is available to members of the pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Healthcare Cash Back Scheme - Healthshield

Retail discounts scheme

Long Service Awards (given at 1 year, 5 years and in increments of 5 years following this)

Reimbursement for professional subscription fees

Corporate Sponsorship opportunities

Reimbursement for HRT pre-paid certificates

Reimbursement for annual flu jab

Free parking and refreshments

Monthly staff compliments raffle

Wellbeing calendar of events throughout the year

BDHT employs 170 people and is dedicated to providing excellent services to our customers by having excellent staff. We are very much a learning organisation. We have a major commitment to identifying transferable skills within our employees and creating opportunities for individuals to grow. BDHT is a people based organisation and our people are actively encouraged to 'bring their whole selves to work'. The things that are important to you become important to us too. We believe in our people, and actively support them based upon three core themes: 'Look after yourself', 'Look after your colleagues' and 'Look after the business'. We are a great employer who pays fairly and has excellent terms and conditions. But above all we absolutely recognise that good performance is linked to happy staff, so we actively encourage fun and expect that it is part of the normal working day.   You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply