Azure Data Platform Manager

Azure Data Platform Manager 📍 Location: Putney, London (Hybrid) 💰 Salary: 90k+ Bonus + Excellent Benefits ⏰ Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced Azure Data Platform Manager to lead the development, delivery, and optimisation of enterprise-scale Azure data solutions across a multi-market environment. This role will be responsible for driving data strategy, delivering modern cloud-based data platforms, and enabling business stakeholders to make informed, data-driven decisions. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management and project delivery capabilities. Key Responsibilities * Lead the Azure Data Platform strategy, roadmap, and ongoing development. * Design and deliver scalable Azure-based data solutions supporting business intelligence and analytics. * Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify data requirements and translate them into technical solutions. * Drive data platform enhancements across Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Data Lake, and related services. * Ensure data platforms are secure, reliable, cost-effective, and aligned with governance standards. * Manage the delivery of data integration, transformation, and reporting solutions. * Oversee platform performance, monitoring, incident management, and continuous improvement activities. * Lead data-related projects, system rollouts, migrations, and platform upgrades. * Manage third-party vendors and external delivery partners. * Promote best practices across data architecture, DevOps, and CI/CD processes. * Work closely with Architecture, Security, and Data teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions. * Support budgeting, forecasting, and technology investment planning. Skills & Experience * Proven experience managing Azure Data Platforms within a complex enterprise environment. * Strong hands-on knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL, and Azure Synapse. * Experience with Azure PaaS services, monitoring, and platform optimisation. * CI/CD and Azure DevOps experience. * Strong SQL skills with experience using Python and/or PySpark. * Understanding of data governance, data quality, and security frameworks. * Experience delivering data projects and managing multiple stakeholders. * Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Desirable * Microsoft Azure certifications. * Experience working within FMCG, Retail, or multinational organisations. * Exposure to Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, or advanced analytics solutions. Apply To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply today witha word CV