Programme Manager (Data Platform)

TL;DR

Programme Manager (Data Platform): Driving sustained change in how the organization understands, manages, and uses its data by leading a transformation programme within the Data Competence Centre. Focus on defining programme-level OKRs, managing complex roadmaps, and fostering a culture of collaboration and agile delivery across global teams.

Location: Must be based in London (UK), Berlin (Germany), or Heidelberg (Germany). The role is hybrid with 3 days per week in the office.

Company

A global publisher and operations organization focused on data-driven transformation and technical enablement.

What you will do

• Maintain and execute the data strategy roadmap in collaboration with the Director of Data Enablement.
• Define and manage programme-level OKRs while ensuring project-level alignment.
• Facilitate steering sessions to gather stakeholder input and communicate progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Foster a culture of ownership and empowerment across cross-functional teams.
• Provide line management, mentoring, and guidance to project managers and business analysts.
• Improve internal processes including hiring, onboarding, and project management methodologies.

Requirements

• Must be based in London, Berlin, or Heidelberg.
• Proven track record of planning and delivering complex programmes as a Programme Manager or Delivery Lead.
• Strong experience driving delivery in agile and hybrid environments.
• Broad understanding of agile methodologies, frameworks, and industry-standard project management tools.
• Effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to hold technical discussions and understand technical processes.

Nice to have

• Experience working with platform or enablement teams.
• Understanding of systems thinking and change management frameworks.
• Line management experience.
• Experience with continuous delivery or frequent release cadences.

Culture & Benefits

• Relaxed and friendly working environment.
• Hybrid work policy with 3 days per week from home.
• Opportunities for international travel to global offices.
• Focus on professional development through mentoring and guidance.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.