Head of Data Deployment & Risk Management - Glasgow - £90k

Jefferson Frank; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Data & AI seeks a Head of Data Deployment & Risk Management in Glasgow. In this senior leadership role, you will lead large-scale data initiatives and ensure efficient deployment while managing risk across projects. The ideal candidate has strong AWS expertise and a proven track record in change and risk management within financial services. You will work closely with teams to drive innovation and performance in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong knowledge and certification in AWS Cloud.
• Proven background in Change and Risk Management within Financial Services.
• Experience working within Scaled Agile or similar frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and improvement of technical capabilities using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage customer trials and deliver solutions.
• Oversee software engineering, testing, and product teams.

Skills

Strong knowledge and certification in AWS Cloud

Change and Risk Management in Financial Services

Experience in Scaled Agile frameworks

Familiarity with modern testing practices

Job description

Overview

Head of Data Deployment & Risk Management - Glasgow - £90k

Please note - this role will require you to attend the Glasgow based office two days per week. To be eligible for this role you must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK - this organisation is not able to offer sponsorship.

Are you ready to lead the delivery of large-scale data initiatives and shape the future of digital transformation? This is a senior leadership opportunity to manage the safe and efficient deployment of complex data projects, while overseeing risk across the full software product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and improvement of technical capabilities using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage customer trials and deliver technically feasible solutions.
• Oversee software engineering, testing, and product teams to ensure high-quality outcomes aligned with regulatory and security standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with technical projects.
• Manage change requests and vendor relationships throughout the lifecycle.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

This is a Vice President-level role requiring strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence at senior levels. You'll be expected to:

• Set direction, manage resources and budgets, and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead teams or act as a subject matter expert guiding technical direction.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviours that foster growth, alignment, and excellence.
• Build trusted relationships across the organisation and with external partners.

Essential Experience

• Strong knowledge and certification in AWS Cloud.
• Proven background in Change and Risk Management within Financial Services.
• Experience working within Scaled Agile or similar frameworks.
• Familiarity with modern testing and environment management practices.

Desirable Experience

• Test Automation Strategy and Engineering.
• Risk Management qualifications.
• DevOps and CI/CD Strategy and Engineering.

You'll be assessed on critical skills including risk and controls, change and transformation, strategic thinking, and technical expertise.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on 0191 338 7508 or at [e-mail].

Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.