Data Solutions Manager

This role sits in Data Management Team as part of Technology which is responsible for delivering Technology capability within Sanctuary Group to ensure employees have access to the systems they need to perform their duties. This role reports into the Head of Data Enablement.

The role of Data Solutions Manager will include:

• Own the backlog and roadmap for data products in the analytical layer of SAP Datasphere and SAP Analytics Cloud
• Translate business requirements into analytical models and dashboards using SAC
• Work with Data Engineers, Data Modellers, Data Analysts and business stakeholders to define and prioritise features and enhancements
• Collaborate with Head of Data Architecture to ensure all analytical models align with Enterprise data standards, governance and data architecture principles
• Ensure data access controls, lifecycle management and transport processes are followed in line with internal governance and SAP best practices
• Facilitate the governance of analytical tools across the Group (e.g. Power BI, BOBJ, SAP Analytics Cloud, Python and R)
• Document logic and calculations in Report Glossary and User Guides building shared understanding and accountability for metrics
• Support the integration of machine learning and advanced analytics into Information products
• Implement and manage data access controls, including row level security and reusable content structures, in line with SAP best practise

• Degree, management qualification or relevant professional qualification
• Technical expertise with SAP Analytics Cloud and Business Objects
• Experience or keen interest in application of Machine Learning and AI implementation
• Experience leading Governance for self-service analytics
• Experience leading and creating Data Literacy training
• Proven experience working with Data Modelling tools and frameworks such as TOGAF, DAMA, BEAM, Kimball
• Familiarity with Regulatory Frameworks (E.g. GDPR, DPA) and data ethics

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays

• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary

• Life Assurance

• Employee Advice Service including counselling

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Voluntary health plans

• Employee discounts

• Wellbeing support and tools

• Employee recognition scheme

• Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues

• Role salary is £56,110 with an additional policy allowance of £14,869 per annum (rising to £59,059 with an additional policy allowance of £15,650 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

Sanctuary is one of the UK's leading providers of housing, care and community services. With around 13,000 employees, we maintain a culture where diversity is valued and talent is nurtured and rewarded., We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people's lives., View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - http://www.sanctuary.co.uk/join-our-team Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working. Sanctuary Group is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.