Data Manager - West Midlands, UK
| Posting date: | 19 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £47,128 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 July 2025 |
| Location: | West Midlands, UK, WR5 1AQ |
| Company: | Platform Housing Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1103456 |
Summary
We are seeking a Data Manager to lead on all data-related matters within our Platform Property Care Commercial function. This is a pivotal role where you'll take ownership of our data systems, driving improvements in data integrity, accessibility, and strategic insight across our operations. Platform Property Care (PPC) is a dynamic and expanding property maintenance business committed to delivering exceptional service and value – it's a great time to join as you can support the business through transformation and implementation of a new operating model.
Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you’ll be the go-to person for all things data—ensuring the right data is available at the right time to the right people, enabling smarter business decisions that shape the future of our repairs and maintenance services. You’ll be empowered to:
Oversee and develop PPC data management systems to ensure accuracy and usability.
Drive data quality improvements by establishing robust controls and standards.
Provide in-depth analysis and insights using advanced Excel and Power BI.
Collaborate across departments to enhance asset data and system integration.
Produce high-quality reports that support wider business decision-making.
Act as a change lead for data initiatives within PPC.
Support PPC through business transformation and implementation of a new operating model
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in data analysis and management, particularly within social housing or similar regulated sectors.
Strong technical expertise in Excel (advanced level), Power BI
Demonstrated ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences.
A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
A natural collaborator with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Experience working with housing systems like Open Housing, Total Mobile, or DRS is desirable.
This is a home-based role; however, due to the nature of the work, the successful candidate must live within the West Midlands and be able to attend our regional offices regularly for meetings and collaborative working.
A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (or suitable alternative travel arrangements) is preferred to attend occasional office visits or meetings.
What You’ll Get in Return
Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave
Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
Pension contribution scheme with employer contributions of up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)
Learning and Development opportunities
Salary-sacrifice electric vehicle scheme and cycle to work scheme
Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers
Be Part of Something Bigger
Part of Platform Housing Group, Platform Property Care is a well-established property maintenance business. You'll join a dynamic, people-focused organisation that values innovation, continuous improvement, and putting customers at the heart of everything we do.
Reporting to the Head of Commercial, you’ll be the go-to person for all things data—ensuring the right data is available at the right time to the right people, enabling smarter business decisions that shape the future of our repairs and maintenance services. You’ll be empowered to:
Oversee and develop PPC data management systems to ensure accuracy and usability.
Drive data quality improvements by establishing robust controls and standards.
Provide in-depth analysis and insights using advanced Excel and Power BI.
Collaborate across departments to enhance asset data and system integration.
Produce high-quality reports that support wider business decision-making.
Act as a change lead for data initiatives within PPC.
Support PPC through business transformation and implementation of a new operating model
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in data analysis and management, particularly within social housing or similar regulated sectors.
Strong technical expertise in Excel (advanced level), Power BI
Demonstrated ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences.
A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
A natural collaborator with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Experience working with housing systems like Open Housing, Total Mobile, or DRS is desirable.
This is a home-based role; however, due to the nature of the work, the successful candidate must live within the West Midlands and be able to attend our regional offices regularly for meetings and collaborative working.
A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (or suitable alternative travel arrangements) is preferred to attend occasional office visits or meetings.
What You’ll Get in Return
Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave
Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts
Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more
Pension contribution scheme with employer contributions of up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)
Learning and Development opportunities
Salary-sacrifice electric vehicle scheme and cycle to work scheme
Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers
Be Part of Something Bigger
Part of Platform Housing Group, Platform Property Care is a well-established property maintenance business. You'll join a dynamic, people-focused organisation that values innovation, continuous improvement, and putting customers at the heart of everything we do.
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