Location: Leeds Data and Analytics Transformation Directorate Data and analytics are crucial for the Bank to fulfil its mission to promote monetary and financial stability. They play an important role in informing the Bank's decisions, its operations, and the information it provides to the public. The Data and Analytics Transformation Directorate (DAT) helps the Bank make the best use of data and analytics to fulfil its mission. Almost everything the Bank does depends on data and our ability to use it effectively. The Bank is prioritising investment to modernise how we manage our data and carry out our analytical processes. DAT comprises four divisions: Advanced Analytics Division; Data Strategy and Implementation Division; Data Transformation Programmes Division; and the Data and Statistics Division. The Data and Statistics Division (DSD) is the Bank's centre of expertise for the collection, compilation, dissemination, and publication of regulatory and statistical data. As part of this, DSD encourages innovation and promotes quality to support analysis, and policy' and decision-making by the Bank's various committees, as well as UK government departments and international organisations. DSD collects data from banks and buildings societies, credit unions, insurance companies, regulated mortgage lenders and mortgage administrators. This is done via nearly 40 statistical collections and over 200 regulatory collections. We cleanse a sizeable proportion of these datasets and publish a large volume of statistical data via our interactive database. We support the Bank's policy committees and the Prudential Regulation Authority Board. Our data are used in a number of publications, such as the Inflation Report, Financial Stability Report, Credit Conditions Review, Stress Test Results, FPC Core Indicators, and Quarterly Bulletins. Job description The Division is seeking to appoint a Senior Manager to lead the Regulatory Data Group (RDG). The RDG Senior Manager will work closely with the DSD Leadership Team to support the division's strategic direction. This is an exciting period of change for DSD, leading and feeding into multiple Data Transformation Programs such as Transforming Data Collection and delivery of the Bank wide Data and Analytics Strategy. As regulatory data stewards for the PRA, RDG employs advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to efficiently quality assure regulatory data, helping to ensure the continued integrity and effectiveness of our regulatory framework. The new Senior Manager will oversee all aspects of RDG's routine and project work, ensuring the appropriate level of resourcing to balance budgetary considerations against delivery requirements. The job holder will also be responsible for ensuring that RDG contributes to the effectiveness of the various project pools in DAT as a whole, including the DSD project pool and Directorate-wide projects though the provision of resources and expertise. The Senior Manager will set the strategic focus for their group, drive results, and provide constructive challenge. They will also be expected to act as a credible role model for a diverse and skilled group of staff, investing in group members to get the best out of them. As a senior member of both DSD and DAT, the job holder will be expected to participate fully in and contribute to the leadership of the Division; and where appropriate, the Directorate as a whole. Key responsibilities: vLead the Regulatory Data Group in delivering its core objective of regulatory data stewardship for the PRA. Manage effectively RDG's budget and collaborate with their Senior Manager peers in the management of the Division's budget. Support the delivery of, and be an advocate for, DAT and DSD's strategy and strategic direction. Role Requirements Minimum Criteria Please insert the minimum requirements for the role. This includes requirements that can be clearly judged from a CV such as experience of a system or a qualification etc. Demonstrated ability to lead a team with a varied work portfolio work, delivering high quality output on schedule, and able to work to tight deadlines during busy periods. Experience of/an ability to influence key stakeholders (including at the most senior management levels), with a track record of delivering results through building and maintaining strong working relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, as the job will involve representation at senior level and with major external institutions. Essential Criteria Please insert the essential requirements for the role. This includes requirements that cannot be judged from a CV such as a competency or soft skill. Strong line management skills, including the ability to coach and support the development of analysts and data scientists in the team. Experience of leading staff with strong domain expertise. Experience of structured thinking, problem solving, strategy definition. Experience of carrying out complex data analysis using a variety of tools, and preferably a working knowledge of data production. Experience of influencing both internal and external stakeholders. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Desirable Criteria Some understanding/knowledge of the PRA supervisory approach, and related banking and insurance regulations. Experience of managing/leading a programme of business change. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed. For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders. Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application. Salary and Benefits Information We encourage flexible working, part time working and job share arrangements. Part time salary and benefits will be on a pro-rated basis as appropriate. This role offers a salary of Leeds £79,010 - £91,170. In addition, we also offer a comprehensive benefits package as detailed below: A non-contributory, career average pension giving you a guaranteed retirement benefit of 1/95th of your annual salary for every year worked. There is the option to increase your pension (to 1/50th) or decrease (to 1/120th) in exchange for salary through our flexible benefits programme each year. A discretionary performance award based on a current award pool. A 8% benefits allowance with the option to take as salary or purchase a wide range of flexible benefits. 26 days' annual leave with option to buy up to 12 additional days through flexible benefits. Private medical insurance and income protection. National Security Vetting Process Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process (and typically can take between 6 to 12 weeks post offer) and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy. Further information regarding the vetting and security clearance requirements for the role will be provided to the successful applicant, and information about how the Bank processes personal data for these purposes, is set out in the Bank's Privacy Notice. The Bank of England welcomes applications from all candidates, but as a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) approved sponsor, we have a responsibility to comply with the Immigration Rules and guidance. As such, our ability to employ individuals who require sponsorship for immigration purposes is limited. The Bank cannot guarantee that you and / or the role you are applying for will be eligible for sponsorship and that any application made to UKVI will be successful. Eligibility will therefore be considered on a case by case basis. Important: Please ensure that you complete the 'work history' section and answer ALL the application questions fully. All candidate applications are anonymised to ensure that our hiring managers will not be able to see your personal information, including your CV, when reviewing your application details at the screening stage. It's therefore really important that you fill out the work history and application form questions, as your answers will form a critical part of the initial selection process. This role closes on Friday 10 January 2025 Please apply online, ensuring that you complete your work history and answer ALL the application questions fully and in detail as your application will not be considered if all mandatory questions are not fully completed. LI-JA1