Data Programme ManagerAbout the RoleWe have a new opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Data Programme Manager to join our Data team.As a leading UK life and pensions mutual insurer with a proud history dating back to 1843, we exist to help people live financially confident lives protecting their income while they work and maximising it when they stop. Today, over one million members and customers trust us to look after their futures, families and finances.Joining us means becoming part of a team that puts our members, customers and advisers at the heart of everything we do.Were committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive. We are proud to have built a workplace where our colleagues feel welcomed, respected, supported and valued reflected in our recognition as one of the Financial Times UKs Best Employers in 2025 and 2026.We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger, so bring your true self and help shape the future of LV=.You will play a pivotal leadership role shaping and delivering LV=s Data transformation agenda, steering our strategic roadmap and driving complex, cross functional Data change that underpins our wider business strategy.The role is offered on either a permanent or fixed-term contract basis with regular office presence required in Bournemouth.Key ResponsibilitiesShape and prioritise the Data transformation roadmap, collaborating with senior leaders to define and sequence strategic Data workstreams.Ensure Data-related funding is accurately captured, estimated and secured through SI governance, partnering closely with Programme and Project Managers across the portfolio.Lead the delivery of complex Data programmescloud migrations, platform change, SCV development, lifecycle/retention initiatives and GDPRdriven changeensuring delivery within agreed cost, time and quality parameters.Provide strong governance across programmes, including risk, dependency and financial management, and report to senior forums.Lead and develop a team of specialist change professionals, including Technical BAs, BAs, Scrum Masters and Project Managers, and own the Technical BA capability and standards.Matrixmanage Technology, Architecture and Platform teams and maintain strong working relationships with thirdparty partners.Champion Agile and Scaled Agile ways of working within Data Engineering teams, supporting Program Increments and continuous delivery practices in line with the CIO framework.Drive improvements in Data delivery processes, project management best practice and adoption of consistent change methods across the Data Office.Support the Head of Data with resource optimisation and the ongoing development of LV=s Data change capability.About YouSignificant experience delivering change within Data functions in mediumlarge organisations, with a track record across cloud migrations, data platform reengineering, SCV delivery, data lifecycle and GDPR-driven programmesProven ability to manage complex Data portfolios involving senior stakeholders, multiple suppliers and on/offshore delivery modelsStrong programme and project management expertise, able to surface technical dependencies, assess infrastructure and application impacts, and design effective governance for complex changeSkilled in Agile, Scaled Agile, waterfall and hybrid delivery, with the ability to tailor approach and shape highquality roadmapsStrong communication, facilitation, influencing and negotiation skills, with credibility at Executive leadership levelExperience leading multidisciplinary teams and driving cultural change, including Agile and DevOps adoptionExcellent commercial awareness, problemsolving ability and organisational skillsProficient with AZDO, Jira, MS Office and project management toolsRelevant PM/Agile/Scrum/Scaled Agile qualifications (or equivalent experience)Rewards and BenefitsThis role is a Band C in the LV= Structure.At LV= Savings and Retirement, youll go above and beyond to do the right thing for our customers. Well reward your hard work with an attractive, competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:30 days' holiday, with the option to buy up to 5 additional daysCompetitive pension scheme - LV= Life and Pensions will double-match the amount you pay, up to 14% (subject to National Minimum Wage requirements)An annual bonus scheme based on personal performanceSingle-cover private medical insurance (with the option for you to upgrade to family cover)Flexible benefits, including a cycle to work scheme, personal accident insurance, critical illness cover and dental insuranceUp to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate familyA group life assurance policy with 4 x your basic pay to go to your dependents (youll have the option to increase to 8 x cover)Group Income Protection (if you become a member of the Pension scheme and reach 5 years of service)Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for support when you need itA virtual GP serviceShared parental leaveUp to 20% discount on our life products for you and your immediate family.Please note all salary sacrifice benefits are subject to National Minimum Wage requirements i.e. you are unable to select any benefits that would reduce your base pay below the minimum wage threshold.Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered.Were proud of our inclusive culture at LV= and, as an equal-opportunity employer, we continually work to remove unconscious bias from our recruitment process. We value our colleagues for what they bring to our team regardless of any protected status or characteristics they may have. Talk to us about flexible working as part of your application; if its right for you, our members and customers, and our business, then well do everything we can to make it happen.