Data Manager

Job Description

Are you a Data Manager looking for a role where you can use your skills to make difference for millions of people Do you want to help put data at the heart of the digital transformation of the UKs largest government department, DWP Can you use a range of techniques for data profiling and source system analysis, from a complex single source Can you bring multiple data sources together in a conformed model for analysis Can you organise and maintain data processes Do you have experience across key data technologies, especially Big Data technologies (like Cloudera, Informatica and Qlik Sense) Do you know enough about SQL to help DWP adopt and apply the most suitable tools and techniques for an environment Are you skilled with Database Query activity Do you know about Data Protocols and Data Governance Could you create and manage data feeds that communicate across the whole of government Yes Then Apply now. Wed love to hear from you! DWP. Digital with Purpose. Were looking for a talented Data Manager to join our Children Data Tribe within DWP Digital. Our team designs, develops and maintains data solutions and products for the Child Maintenance Group (CMG) across multiple technologies, including Big Data (Cloudera, Informatica and Qlik Sense), SAS and Oracle. Few other organisations globally provide the same opportunity to apply next-generation digital technology on a massive scale to issues which touch the lives of so many. As we respond to the Covid-19 pandemic, its never been more important that DWP Digitals services are robust, efficient and available, and that they work for the people who need them. The work you do will have an effect on millions of lives, and reach out across billions of pounds of payments each year.Data. Work. Projects. Please note - the successful candidate MUST be willing to undergo a Security Clearance to take up this post. The Children Data Tribe currently consists of around 25 people, based mainly in Newcastle, split between Agile delivery squads and cross functional specialisms. You would be part of a cross functional specialism with responsibility for: Owning and developing Data Governance, Metadata Management, Data Quality & Assurance Live Service Resolution/Incident and Problem Management Data Production Support lifecycle processing (Business as Usual - Data Sets, Apps, Report generation & assurance) You will lead and manage investigations on data related incidents and quality issues. Youll provide research-based options and recommendations to our data suppliers and stakeholders. Youll be responsible for organising and maintaining data processes, and undertake the delivery, management and governance of all products as well as services derived from Children Data tribe assets.Where will you work Youll join our team at our digital hub in Newcastle. However, we currently have all have the tech and tools we need to enable our people to work flexibly, and many of us are working remotely at the moment due to COVID-19. Were the UKs biggest government department with over 85,000 diverse and brilliant people on our team. We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications regardless of age, gender, race or sexuality. Details. Wages. Perks. In return for your skills we offer competitive salary up to £40,666p.a., a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions circa 27%, and a generous leave package.We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working and family friendly policies Volunteering and charitable giving Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket Sports and social activities Learning and development, including coaching, mentoring & accreditation Shortlisted for a Best Place to Work in Digital Award Career progression opportunities and lots more CLICK APPLY for further information and to start an application on Civil Service Jobs.