Senior Finance Data Manager

Job Description

We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Data and Finance Professional to spearhead a groundbreaking data transformation initiative. You will lead on behalf of the Consumer Finance team as Virgin Media O2 rolls out new data-driven reporting and planning capabilities, underpinned by Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Tableau and Anaplan. Your role will be pivotal in not only overseeing the technical journey but also in leading Finance Data strategy once the transformation project is complete. This means instilling a data-centric culture across our expansive network of stakeholders, ensuring that our data capabilities translate into valuable insight and ongoing business impact.

• Navigating and influencing the technical roadmap of a large-scale data transformation project.
• Commanding the respect and cooperation of technical teams to secure the delivery of robust and actionable raw data.
• Designing and enforcing data governance protocols to ensure data quality and a unified source of truth.
• Leading data strategy for the Consumer Finance team.
• Inspiring a data-led approach, sparking curiosity and enthusiasm across a diverse stakeholder group.
• Applying commercial acumen to shape metrics and reporting around business objectives.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Proven experience in leading complex data transformation initiatives in a commercial finance setting.
• Stellar communication skills, with a proven ability to inspire a data-focused mindset among diverse teams.
• A deep-seated understanding of how to instil a data-led culture within a corporate environment.
• Adept at influencing technical teams to optimize data quality and availability.
• Commercially savvy, with a demonstrated ability to interpret data insights for substantial financial influence.
• Ambitious and resilient attitude working within a fast-paced agile environment
• Expertise in Google Cloud Platform and Tableau.

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

• An accountancy qualification or relevant experience within the finance function.
• Experience from a subscription, Digital, Telco or Tech industry.
• Anaplan expertise.

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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