Global Data Platform Project Manager – Modernization Leader

NextWave Consulting Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to shape execution across global teams

High-impact data modernization programs

Job summary

NextWave Consulting Ltd is seeking a Technical Data Project Manager to spearhead data platform modernization initiatives in a global banking setting. This role encompasses end-to-end delivery across data lakes and DevOps-enabled delivery models.

The successful candidate will have strong project management experience, specifically within banking or financial services. You will collaborate with engineering and business stakeholders, driving execution aligned with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in project/program management.
• Banking or financial services experience is mandatory.
• Experience working on data platforms and big data programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of data platform programs.
• Coordinate across data engineering, architecture, DevOps, and governance teams.
• Manage program plans, milestones, risks, and dependencies.

Skills

Project / Program Management

Stakeholder Management

Data Platforms / Data Lakes / Big Data

Agile / DevOps Practices

Tools

AWS

Job description

NextWave Consulting Ltd is seeking a Technical Data Project Manager to spearhead data platform modernization initiatives in a global banking setting. This role encompasses end-to-end delivery across data lakes and DevOps-enabled delivery models.

The successful candidate will have strong project management experience, specifically within banking or financial services. You will collaborate with engineering and business stakeholders, driving execution aligned with regulatory standards.