This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to shape the future of data at Yorkshire Building Society. As Data Product Manager, you will lead the delivery and evolution of business-facing data products that power insight, analytics and AI across the organisation. Working within our Data Intelligence Centre of Enablement, you'll play a key role in our transition to modern cloud-based data platforms, driving the creation of trusted, high-value data products that enable better decisions, richer organisational insight and measurable business impact.
As a Data Product Manager, you will lead the delivery and evolution of business-facing data products that drive insight, analytics and AI across the organisation.
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Own the end-to-end lifecycle of data products within the YBS Data Marketplace, from planning and delivery through to continuous improvement
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Lead the transition to modern Microsoft cloud-based data platforms, embedding scalable and reusable data products
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Drive the development of integrated, 360-degree views of the organisation to enable richer insight and better decision-making
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Work closely with Architecture, Data Platform and engineering teams to ensure products align with enterprise standards and future capability needs
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Build strong relationships with stakeholders, translating strategic priorities into clear product roadmaps and delivery plans
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Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams, creating momentum and supporting colleagues through change
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Partner with analytics, AI and engineering teams to unlock new opportunities and maximise the value of organisational data
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Embed data quality, governance and consistency into products, ensuring trusted and reliable data assets
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Manage delivery priorities across a complex demand landscape, balancing value, cost, risk and quality
You'll be an experienced data leader with a passion for modern data products, people leadership and delivering meaningful business outcomes.
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Strong experience delivering data products on Microsoft-based cloud platforms
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Proven track record of transitioning organisations from legacy to modern data architectures
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Experience leading teams through change and driving successful data transformation initiatives
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Ability to balance delivery pace with quality, governance and architectural integrity
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Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate complex data concepts in a clear and engaging way
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Experience working across data, analytics, engineering and architecture functions to deliver shared outcomes
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A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing people and building high-performing teams
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Experience defining and delivering product roadmaps that align business objectives with data strategy
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Strong commercial and delivery awareness, with the ability to prioritise investments that deliver measurable organisational value
About us
At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.
Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you. We’re happy to talk flexible working and you can reach out to us anytime to discuss this during the recruitment process.
Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.
Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.
About our Benefits
We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:
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Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.
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Bonus. At YBS we work collaboratively and share in our success together, so when we reach our goals were all rewarded with an on target bonus of 7% of eligible pay (with the opportunity to earn up to a maximum 15%).
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Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.
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Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.
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My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.
Ready to apply?
If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, click apply now to send us your application.
Want more information?
If you have any questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
Please note: this advert will close 4th August
