Data Lead / BI Business Intelligence & Insights Manager / Principal Data Engineer

who has proven leadership in a technology environment, managing teams of Data Engineers, BI Developers and Data Analysts is required for a well-established company based in Bedford, Bedfordshire. IS THIS YOU? Can you lead the companys data strategy, build cutting-edge infrastructure, and turn insights into impact while guiding a high-performing team to deliver business-changing results? If you can, wed like to hear from you. SALARY:

£62,000 - £75,000 per annum + Benefits LOCATION:

Hybrid Working with your time split working from home and the office in Bedford (MK44) This role can be based in either UK or Portugal

Local Salary Ranges Will Apply JOB TYPE:

Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Data Lead / BI Business Intelligence & Insights Manager / Principal Data Engineer who has proven leadership in a technology environment, managing teams of Data Engineers, BI Developers and Data Analysts. Working as the Data Lead / BI Business Intelligence & Insights Manager / Principal Data Engineer youll be the driving force behind ensuring the companys data is accurate, secure, and fully leveraged. As the Data Lead / BI Business Intelligence & Insights Manager / Principal Data Engineer youll create a single source of truth, turning information into actionable insights and uncovering opportunities that give the company a competitive edge. Youll design and evolve the data infrastructure, adopting emerging technologies to boost performance and efficiency. Partnering with teams across the business, youll break down silos, maximise the value of the data, and lead a high-performing team to deliver exceptional results. DUTIES Your duties as the Data Lead / BI Business Intelligence & Insights Manager / Principal Data Engineer include: Understand business-wide data needs, delivering accurate insights and solutions that support confident decision-making Safeguard data integrity, ensuring its secure, compliant, and a reliable single source of truth Identify opportunities where data can provide a competitive advantage and work with the business to make them a reality Remove duplication and break down silos to improve accessibility, consistency, and collaboration Embrace emerging technologies to enhance data quality, speed, and efficiency Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing team, fostering trust, clarity, and continuous growth CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Proven leadership in a technology environment, managing teams of data engineers, BI developers, and analysts, with a modern, people-first approach. Experience in SaaS or platform-based businesses is a plus Experience in data roles (data engineering, BI, analytics or architecture). Data lake storage, SQL database, NoSQL Sound understanding of database architecture and relevant underpinning concepts, including relational data modelling, frameworks, warehouse and data lake design, performance optimisation and scaling. Experience in data modernisation projects and working in real time Proficiency in programming and query languages, including SQL and non-SQL systems, plus experience with Azure DevOps Experience across the full technology stack including server-side, database, cloud, and front-end Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and bridge the gap between technical and business teams Strategic ownership of data strategy, governance frameworks, and data quality initiatives, ensuring data is accurate, compliant, and valuable Risk & compliance management experience, covering data privacy, encryption, data protection, and adherence to industry standards The nice to haves: Degree level of education or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Computer Science Background in project management, preferably with Agile (Scrum) methodologies Practical understanding of applied AI in data platforms

such as document intelligence, behavioural modelling, or driving context-aware automation and decision support BENEFITS A competitive base salary Holiday Trading Scheme Retail discounts Life assurance medical services Wellness programmes, fitness classes, gym discounts and much more! APPLY TODAY By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P13760 Full-Time, Permanent IT Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Bedford, Bedfordshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ

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