> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/22713-data-strategy-and-operations-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/22713-data-strategy-and-operations-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Data Strategy and Operations Manager

- **Company:** QBE Europe
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Collaborative Software, RAID, Data Strategy
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/strategy-manager/infuse-consulting-ltd-job107339365

## About the Role

* Experience in strategy, portfolio management, transformation or operations roles, ideally within data or technology environments.
 * Strong organisational and coordination skills, managing multiple initiatives in parallel.
 * Experience supporting prioritisation, planning or delivery governance.
 * Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
 * A structured, delivery-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.
 * Ability to operate effectively within a matrix organisation., Analytical Thinking, Business Data Analytics, Coaching for success, Collaboration Tools, Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Data Quality Assessments, Influencing, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management, Strategic Planning

## Description

* Own and maintain the integrated EO Data & AI strategy roadmap, including plans, milestones, dependencies, RAID, decision points and escalation paths.
 * Own portfolio-level oversight of in-flight initiatives, actively driving risk/issue management, dependency resolution and timely escalation.
 * Own executive-ready reporting for senior stakeholders and Group CDATO (progress, risks, dependencies, delivery confidence, and value), ensuring a single source of truth.

Own benefits management and value realisation governance

 * Own the benefits/value management framework across data initiatives (definitions, baselines, evidence standards and cadence).
 * Govern benefit tracking with delivery/value stream leads, challenging assumptions and ensuring value is evidenced and reported.

Own strategic communications and engagement

 * Own the communications plan for the EO Data & AI portfolio (updates, showcases, success stories), tailoring messages for different stakeholder audiences and decision forums.
 * Proactively manage stakeholder expectations, surfacing trade-offs and impacts clearly.

Lead cross-functional alignment and operational effectiveness

 * Lead cross-functional alignment across Data, Technology, Finance and business stakeholders to resolve blockers, align dependencies and maintain shared commitments.
 * Own continuous improvement of Data Strategy & Operations ways of working, artefacts and governance effectiveness.


## Related Videos

- [AI PowerPlay: Building High-Impact Teams & Transformative Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1005-ai-powerplay-building-high-impact-teams-transformative-solutions)
- [Agentic DevOps: How AI-Powered Automation Transforms Software Delivery on GitHub and Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1539-agentic-devops-how-ai-powered-automation-transforms-software-delivery-on-github-and-azure)
- [Hacking Your Vacation: Using Data for Fun](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/585-hacking-your-vacation-using-data-for-fun)
- [Data Governance in the Era of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1622-data-governance-in-the-era-of-ai)
- [Big Business, Big Barriers? Stress-Testing AI Initiatives.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1022-big-business-big-barriers-stress-testing-ai-initiatives)
- [Community Interview: angular.love](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/686-community-interview-angular-love)

## Related Articles

- [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)
- [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)
- [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)
- [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)
- [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies)
- [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)