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Watford | Hybrid Working
About the Opportunity
Data Manager - Business Intelligence
Join our dynamic Business Intelligence team within Finance as a Data Manager in the retail industry. You’ll be at the heart of an evolving, fast‑paced environment with exciting projects on the horizon. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in establishing a single source of truth across the organisation, enabling consistent and reliable reporting from our Data Lake by defining key performance indicators, managing master data, and ensuring financial accuracy.
Your Responsibilities as a Data Manager
Data Governance & Compliance
* Collaborate across the business to maintain data governance and compliance standards in line with organisational policies
* Support the creation of comprehensive frameworks and policies for consistent data management practices
* Deliver data quality assurance, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality throughout all data processes and systems
Master Data & Project Support
* Manage master data within the data lake, partnering with teams across the business to ensure accuracy for all manual data inputs
* Develop and maintain policies for master and reference data management
* Work with the BI Development team to scope all data changes and project requirements
Process Improvement & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
* Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify and implement more efficient technologies and business processes
* Drive improvements in data workflows and system capabilities
* Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for non‑technical stakeholders
What You’ll Bring
Essential Experience & Skills
* 5+ years of Business Intelligence / data experience
* Relevant professional or industry qualifications with advanced SQL and data analysis expertise
* Expert proficiency with BI tools and strong documentation capabilities
* Confident communicator with end‑to‑end project ownership experience
* Strong business analysis skills and excellent user engagement abilities
Technical Competencies
* Project Management, Data Governance, and Change Management experience
* Functional and technical understanding of Google reporting and data warehouse architecture
* Proficiency in SQL databases, including building both basic and complex queries
* Experience with cloud data warehouse technologies and confidence working with large datasets (e.g. BigQuery)
* Understanding of data integrity, quality issues, and end‑to‑end data flows
* Experience in managing, capturing, defining, and documenting user information requirements within maintainable environments
Additional Skills
* Experience training non‑finance users
* Strong team working and collaboration abilities
* Highly articulate, personable, and engaging communication style
* Well‑organised with flexibility to manage competing priorities
* Proven ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and deliver results
* Star and snowflake schema modelling experience (desirable)
What We Offer
Professional Development
* Comprehensive learning and development opportunities
* Clear career growth pathways
Benefits Package
* Competitive bonus scheme
* Save‑as‑you‑earn programme
* Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
* Contributory pension scheme
* Employee discount scheme
* Extensive discount platform with savings and cashback at numerous retailers
* Gym membership savings and cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing Support
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Financial education and loan access
* Parental, menopause, and fertility support services
Working Arrangements
* Location: Support Centre in Watford
* Working Pattern: Hybrid model with flexible blend of remote and office‑based working
* Environment: Collaborative culture where teams come together to support each other and build strong working relationships
Our Culture
We pride ourselves on creating a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment where everyone feels part of a successful team. Our colleagues come from diverse backgrounds, united by a determination to succeed and a passion for excellence.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Finance
* Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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