🚀 We're Hiring: Data Services Manager
📍 Location: Remote
🏢 Department: Data Services
📅 Team Size - Currently 6 Direct Reports
Are you a seasoned data professional ready to lead a high-performing team and shape the future of data at Kensington? We're looking for a Data Services Manager to join our dynamic Data Services team and play a pivotal role in delivering scalable, high-quality data solutions that drive strategic decision-making across the business.
🔍 About the Role
As the Data Services Manager, you'll report to and deputise for the Senior Data Services Manager, leading a talented team of Data Engineers. You'll be instrumental in delivering Kensington's Data Strategy, developing innovative data products, and championing data governance and quality across the organisation.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll guide technical delivery, mentor team members, and collaborate with stakeholders across Mortgage Originations, Servicing, Securitisations, and Finance.
💼 Key Responsibilities
* Lead and mentor a high-performing Data Engineering and BI team
* Drive the design and delivery of complex data and analytics solutions
* Champion data governance, quality, and compliance
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data solutions with business goals
* Support Agile delivery and continuous improvement
* Act as a technical authority and contribute to Kensington's Technical Design Authority
🧠 What You'll Bring
* 10-15 years of hands-on experience in Data Engineering, BI, or Analytics
* 2+ years in a leadership or management role
* Deep expertise in Microsoft Data Platform (SQL Server, Azure, Power BI, Databricks, etc.)
* Strong understanding of data governance, privacy, and compliance
* Proven ability to lead hybrid cloud/on-premise data solutions
* Experience with CI/CD, DevOps/DataOps, and infrastructure as code (IaC)
* Essential: Experience working in a regulated financial services environment, with a solid understanding of data protection, risk management, and regulatory compliance
** FULL JOB DESCRIPTION CAN BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST **
Why Join Us
At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work-life balance
Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.
We are an inclusive, neurodiversity-friendly employer committed to creating a supportive environment where all employees can thrive
Ready to make a difference?
If you're passionate about providing an exceptional service and want to join a team that values your contributions we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and be part of the Kensington Mortgages family and help us to continue making a positive impact in the lives of our customers.