Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 2 office days per week)
Employment Type: Permanent, full time
Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus, Cash-Car Allowance & Private Medical Insurance
Are you passionate about data and eager to make a significant impact? The AA is a well-loved brand with a range of driver services much wider than most people realise. We have an enviable set of data assets from breakdown, service, repair, insurance, telematics, digital interactions, car dealers, and driving school!
If that’s not enough, we’re focused on making Data our new Superpower as one of only 4 strategic priorities for the Group. Our growing team is modernising our data infrastructure to a cutting-edge cloud platform, and enabling machine learning and GenAI. Join us at an exciting time and be part of a team that is driving meaningful change for our customers, colleagues, and shareholders.
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This is the job
We are seeking talented Data Delivery Managers to join our dynamic Data team during this exciting transformation. You will drive key business outcomes, manage project plans, risks, and budgets, and foster effective relationships with stakeholders and delivery teams. Your role will also involve contributing to the wider Delivery community by sharing best practices and embedding process improvements.
What will I be doing?
* Track all Data project costs, perform variance analysis, and implement corrective actions to ensure spending aligns with approved budgets.
* Develop, maintain, and distribute accurate project plans, ensuring timely and proactive action.
* Collaborate with the wider Data delivery team to manage dependencies and control associated risks across data projects.
* Host essential project meetings, including kick-off calls, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups, to ensure effective delivery management and team collaboration.
* Establish excellent relationships and communication forums with stakeholders to deliver project updates and communications.
* Identify, mitigate, and recommend solutions for risks and issues that could impact project completion within agreed timeframes.
What do I need?
* Over 5 years of experience as a Delivery/Project Manager, with expertise in various methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
* Superior communication and influencing skills, capable of facilitating workshops, leading discussions, and achieving consensus.
* Strong skills in communication briefing, data management for project updates, and proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira).
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with desirable but not compulsory experience in the Insurance Industry and knowledge of regulatory bodies (e.g., FCA).
* Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience, with beneficial but not essential Project Management qualifications (Prince2, Agile).
* Excellent time management, multitasking abilities, and leadership skills, with a keen understanding of change control, configuration processes, and risk management
Additional information
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
* Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
* Company funded life assurance
* Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Plus, so much more!
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.
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