Strategy & Projects Lead

“The Cloud Engineering team is the beating heart of data at Sky. From data acquisition, to building new datasets and capabilities, to our multi-year programme migrating our data to the Google Cloud Platform, to ensuring our data platforms stay operational and safe and secure, in our brand-new Agile organisation - there is so much to get involved in” Scott Riddell - Director of Cloud Engineering

What you’ll do:
The brand-new Cloud Engineering Performance team will ensure Sky Data gets the most from its investment in Cloud Engineering - ensuring the team is happy and functioning well, we operate within our financial parameters and we are able to measure and communicate our successes. As Strategy and Projects Lead you will be at the heart of defining and delivering the target operating model for Cloud Engineering and its components.- Develop and own the Cloud Engineering (CE) operating model, including ways of working, R&Rs, internal and external handoffs, planning, multi-skilling and more. Ensure it is kept current and relevant and continuously has full buy-in inside and outside CE- Write, maintain, and work with colleagues to ensure adherence to, the Cloud Engineering Playbooks (starting with, but not limited to, Comms and Recruitment)- Own the planning and delivery of internal comms in CE and lead, with Business Performance Lead, on telling the story of CE to the rest of the business- Manage the smooth integration of Delivery teams into CE - defining, adopting, running and continuously improving artefacts and processes to support this- Lead on process improvement projects in support of the Cloud Engineering Game Plan- Be accountable for Learning & Development and Career Framework materials, and manage and develop an Assistant Programme Manager who will own these

What you’ll bring:
- Strategy and projects background or consulting- Very well-organised self-starter with excellent written and spoken communication skills- Able to set, communicate and execute a plan and prioritise accordingly- Adept at communicating to senior and / or large audiences and influencing those outside their line to get things done- Experience in a data environment and / or an agile environment and Sky experience a bonus- Would suit career-changer looking to bring complementary skills to a Data environment and build Data experience

Team Overview: Group Data Hub

Want to unlock the power of data? Our Group Data Hub works with millions of data transformations every day to deliver value, improve customer experience and enable new product launches. From architecture to analytics and engineering to science: it’s how we bring customers more of what they love.

We bring the best from the global market into Sky - we buy technology, marketing, corporate, operational services and editorial production solutions. We are an international team working with our stakeholders our partners to curate the most effective and efficient customer-led operating model. High ethical standards are embedded in our team, and we engage our supply chains in creating a sustainable future

The Rewards:
There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:
- Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place- The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate- A generous pension package- Private healthcare- Discounted mobile and broadband- A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Where you’ll work:
Osterley

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Livingston Watermark House

Our lively campus is a free shuttle bus away from Livingston South train station and the town centre. Plus there’s onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

You’ll be well fed at our subsidised canteen, and you can keep in shape at our onsite gym - or play a game of pool or table tennis.

Inclusion & how you'll work:
Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.

We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.

Recognised as an ‘Inclusive Top 50 Employer’ and a ‘Times Top 50 Employer for Women’, we’re working hard to ensure we’re a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more