Data Programme Manager (AVP)

AVP Data Programme Manager
Hybrid: 3 Days London / 2 Days WFH
Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 base + benefits + bonus

Deerfoot Recruitment is proud to represent a leading financial institution seeking an experienced Associate Vice President (AVP) Data Programme Manager to join their team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead critical data programmes that focus on data governance, data lineage, data mapping, and compliance with BCBS regulations.

You will be responsible for driving the delivery of complex data programmes covering regulatory reporting and transformational data initiatives. Reporting directly to the Portfolio Head, you will oversee consultants/contractors and work closely with senior stakeholders across business, technology, and vendor teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage delivery of complex, multi-stream data programmes across regulatory and transformational initiatives.
• Create and maintain RAID logs, business justification documents, and status reports.
• Lead steering committees and cross-functional working groups, ensuring decision accountability and transparency.
• Engage with business, technology, and regulatory stakeholders to align delivery with compliance standards.
• Oversee vendor management and contractual obligations.
• Provide clear, accurate reporting from core project management and finance tools.

Skills / Experience:

• Experience in programme/project management within financial institutions.
• Expertise in delivery of data programmes focusing on financial and tax data types, metadata, and BCBS compliance.
• Strong governance, risk, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional programmes with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with SDLC/PDLC lifecycles using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Understanding of financial products, reporting requirements, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FATCA, BCBS).
• Familiar with key controls including SOX, operational resilience, and third-party risk management.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking financial organisation recognised for innovation and collaboration. Take ownership of high-impact data programmes that support critical business and regulatory transformation across global markets.

This permanent position based in Central London (3 days per week onsite, 2 days per week WFH) pays a base salary of 70k - 80k plus a performance based bonus and benefits including a 10% employer pension contribution, life insurance, income protection, critical illness cover, generous holiday allowances with options to buy/sell, private medical insurance, premier health screening and a flexible benefits portal for optional extras via salary sacrifice.

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