Data Value Creation and Operations Lead

The Data Value Creation and Operations Lead is responsible for driving scalable growth and operational efficiency through strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

They will collaborate closely with the Director of Data Value Creation and Operations to implement and execute strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the broader DPPA goals.

In this role, you will also support the Director of Data Programs and Operations by helping to implement strategic initiatives, optimize operational frameworks, manage financial performance, and lead special projects. This role fosters cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and innovation across VMO2's data platforms and products., Business Planning & Operations:

• Maintain a centralized operations roadmap aligned with KPIs.


• Create and manage a reporting framework for continuous improvement.


• Drive operational excellence by identifying and executing efficiency opportunities.


• Lead cross-functional teams to implement recommendations.


• Provide strategic planning input.


Cloud FinOps Product Financial and Cloud FinOps Optimization:

• Establish processes to manage budgets and optimize financial performance.


• Monitor and report on financial performance, providing insights and recommendations.


• Support alignment with budgeting and internal finance processes.


Operational Excellence:

• Develop and enhance operational frameworks for scalability.


• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.


Special Projects Leadership and Execution:

• Lead and integrate special projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.


• Coordinate between internal and external projects.


• Handle ad-hoc projects and shifting priorities.


Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Ensure regular updates and transparent communication.


• Support communication strategies to boost visibility and support. Manage key stakeholder relationships to enhance collaboration.


• Implement strategies and decisions to ensure operational alignment.
  
  Strong analytical and consultative approach, with experience in collaborating with stakeholders from both business and technical backgrounds


• Previous experience growing in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, handling tight deadlines, and have a passion for optimizing and scaling operations


• Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering impactful results without direct authority


• Experience in handling budgets, optimizing financial performance, and providing financial insights and recommendations.


• Proven track record to develop and improve operational frameworks, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and drive operational efficiency.
  
  The UK's fastest broadband network. The nation's best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.


Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.
The must haves

We'd also love you to bring;

• Self-Motivation and Resilience


• A passion for Optimization


• Flexibility and Adaptability


What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you'd like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you're covered no matter what life throws your way.
Next steps

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you're offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.