Head of Data Platforms
Hiring Company

The hiring company name is
confidential for this listing.
About the Role
Greater London, United Kingdom Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking a Head of Data Platforms to lead an enterprise data transformation and shape the strategy for a modern, cloud-based data capability. The role will oversee the design, build, and delivery of an enterprise data platform, including migration from legacy environments and modernization of existing systems. Responsibilities include building and leading a high-performing data engineering and platform team, managing technology partners, and establishing strong governance, security, compliance, and data quality standards. The successful candidate will also develop a long-term operating model, oversee the migration of reporting and analytics, and deliver measurable business outcomes. Candidates should have experience delivering enterprise-scale cloud data platforms from the ground up and leading large, multidisciplinary data engineering organizations, including managing managers. Strong expertise in cloud data architecture, platform design, governance, security, and compliance is required, along with experience working in regulated environments. The role also calls for executive-level stakeholder management and the ability to manage third-party suppliers and systems integrators.
Functions:
- Data Management/Analytics
About the Company
Large-scale, purpose-led financial services organisation supporting millions of customers across the UK
Industry
Financial Services
Type
Privately Held