Data platform and integration manager in Birmingham

We are seeking a Data Platform and Integration Manager to lead the delivery of technology initiatives across Sense’s data platforms, ensuring our data landscape is modern, secure and fit for purpose as we continue our technology transformation. This is a hybrid role, working 2-3 days per week at our offices in Selly Oak. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how a national charity uses cloud and data technologies to drive social impact. You will play a key role in delivering a scalable, reliable data platform that supports insight-led decision-making, operational efficiency and high-quality services. As our data capability grows over the next three years, this role will be central to ensuring we have the right platforms, integrations and supplier partnerships in place to support our ambitions.

Key responsibilities

• Delivery Leadership
  • Lead the implementation of a modern data platform, including data integration and storage, working closely with technical and governance teams.
  • Maintain a clear roadmap for Sense’s core data platforms aligned to our digital strategy.
  • Coordinate internal teams and external suppliers to deliver integrated, well-supported solutions.
  • Oversee testing, change management and transition to operational support.
  • Provide line management, including regular 1:1s, performance support and mentoring.
• Data and Cloud Management
  • Ensure the integrity, security and reliability of Sense’s cloud-hosted data platforms.
  • Oversee the design, delivery and maintenance of data feeds into and out of the platform.
  • Coordinate system improvements and new integrations using agile delivery approaches.
  • Lead delivery of automation, workflow and data pipelines within projects and change initiatives.
  • Work closely with architecture and security teams to ensure solutions are secure, compliant and resilient.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build strong relationships with business leaders, service managers and end users to understand needs and priorities.
  • Act as a bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and transparency.
  • Manage supplier and partner relationships to ensure value for money and alignment with organisational goals.
• Governance & Continuous Improvement
  • Establish and maintain delivery governance, documentation and reporting standards.
  • Support adoption of agile, waterfall or hybrid delivery practices across the technology function.
  • Drive continuous improvement across processes, tools and standards, contributing to architecture and design development.
  • Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials requirements and support Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.

About you

• Proven experience delivering complex technical projects, ideally across data, cloud or enterprise platforms.
• Hands-on understanding of Microsoft Azure and modern data platforms such as Data Factory, Synapse and Power BI.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and regulatory requirements for personal data.
• Experience working with third-party suppliers and managing technical contracts or SLAs.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A passion for using technology to enable better care, inclusion and empowerment.
• Experience in the charity, social care or public sector.
• Knowledge of integration tools, low-code/no-code solutions or workflow automation.
• Relevant certifications in data, cloud or project delivery (e.g. Azure, PRINCE2, Agile).
• Understanding of data protection, accessibility and information security standards.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 415 6735 or recruitment@sense.org.uk.

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.