DBA Lead

Lexis Nexis; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information service provider in Leeds seeks a Database Administrator to lead database management, mentor teams, and enhance database performance. The ideal candidate should have extensive database administration experience, strong SQL Server and Postgres skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team environment, focusing on innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Significant database Administration experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of database infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and performance of database systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for infrastructure updates.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to database administrators.

Skills

Database Administration

SQL Server

Postgres

Communication Skills

Team Mentoring

Project Management

Job description

About the Business

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions help our customers solve difficult problems in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation and Customer Data Management. You can learn more about LexisNexis Risk at the link below, risk.lexisnexis.com

About the team

The data analyst team collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, compliant, and actionable insights, while maintaining standardized processes and documentation to drive efficiency.

About the role

You will work with team on daily activities involving the design, management, maintenance, and utilization of databases. Provide leadership and drive strategy, standards, and processes for applicable database environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the maintenance and performance of database systems and related technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and deliver infrastructure updates and releases.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to database administrators.
• Identify and resolve performance issues, ensuring system stability and security.
• Evaluate and implement improvements to database architecture and processes.
• Support team development through coaching, feedback, and inclusive leadership.
• Promote innovation and accountability within the team.

Requirements

• Significant database Administration experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrate SQL server and Postgres experience
• Very good interpersonal and mentoring abilities to support team development and collaboration.
• In-depth knowledge of database infrastructure, including maintenance, administration, and design.
• Proven ability to analyse and resolve database performance and connectivity issues.
• Experience conducting root cause and impact analyses for database-related incidents.
• Skilled in installing, upgrading, and maintaining database infrastructure.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend new or alternative database technologies.
• Exceptional organisational and project planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to change.
• Demonstrated leadership in setting goals, managing teams, and delivering results across departments.
• Experience leading teams through complex problem-solving, including identifying risks and proposing solutions.
• Confident in presenting technical and strategic information clearly to stakeholders at all levels.

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