Project Manager: Data Integration
Project description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a strategic data warehouse and integration programme built on Snowflake. This is a high-impact role responsible for orchestrating a complex, multi-stream initiative that underpins our portfolio management platform used by global asset managers. You will coordinate cross-functional teams spanning data engineering, architecture, product, and client delivery, ensuring the programme is delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Programme Delivery o Lead end-to-end delivery of the Snowflake data warehouse and integration programme o Define and manage project plans, milestones, dependencies, and critical paths o Ensure alignment between technical delivery and business objectives
- Stakeholder Management o Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders across technology, product, and client teams o Manage expectations, communicate progress, and escalate risks effectively o Facilitate workshops to gather and refine business and data requirements
- Agile Delivery & Governance o Drive Agile delivery practices (Scrum/Kanban) across multiple workstreams o Run sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and steering committees o Establish governance frameworks, reporting cadence, and delivery KPIs
- Risk & Issue Management o Proactively identify risks, dependencies, and blockers o Implement mitigation strategies and manage issue resolution o Ensure delivery confidence through clear tracking and transparency
- Vendor & Integration Coordination o Manage third-party vendors, data providers, and integration partners o Coordinate delivery across internal and external teams o Ensure alignment of deliverables across the integration landscape
- Financial & Resource Management o Track project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation o Ensure efficient use of engineering and data resources o Support prioritisation decisions based on business value and constraints
SKILLS
Must have
- Project & Programme Management o Proven experience delivering large-scale data or cloud transformation programmes o Strong track record managing complex, multi-stream projects with technical dependencies o Experience delivering data warehouse or data platform initiatives
- Data & Technology Awareness o Solid understanding of modern data architectures, including cloud data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake) o Familiarity with data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT, pipelines, APIs, data modelling) o Ability to engage effectively with architects and engineers without needing to be hands-on
- Delivery Methodologies o Strong experience with Agile methodologies and tooling (e.g., Jira, Confluence) o Ability to operate in hybrid Agile/Waterfall environments where needed
- Stakeholder Management o Excellent communication and influencing skills across technical and non-technical audiences o Experience working with senior stakeholders and clients in a delivery-critical environment
Nice to have
• Financial Services Domain (Preferred) o Experience in asset management, portfolio management systems, or financial data platforms o Understanding of financial data types (positions, trades, pricing, reference data) Nice to Have • Experience delivering Snowflake-based platforms specifically • Familiarity with data governance and regulatory requirements in financial services • Experience managing distributed or offshore teams • Relevant certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, Agile certifications)
