Huxley

Overview Contract Opportunity: Head of Application Development - Data Platform (Banking) £1000+/day London (Hybrid) We're working with a leading global bank in London that's undergoing a major data transformation programme and are looking for a Head of Application Development with a strong background in data platforms and financial services within an Agile environment. You will be managing a high-performing scrum team focused on ingesting data into a cutting-edge EMEA Data Platform, with a particular focus on Finance reporting and ECB onboarding. Responsibilities Lead a multi-skilled scrum team (data engineers, analysts, testers, business stakeholders) Drive delivery of data sets for the Finance department via Agile/Scrum methodology Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews Manage risks, remove blockers, and ensure delivery transparency through MI and JIRA dashboards Collaborate with Product Owners and senior stakeholders to prioritise and deliver value What We're Looking For 10+ years of Agile/Scrum delivery experience in banking or financial services Strong understanding of data platforms, ideally with Databricks, Data Lakehouse, or Medallion Architecture Experience working with Finance data/reporting in a corporate or investment banking context Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Confident using JIRA and leading distributed teams Exposure to C# and JAVA would be a nice to have Contract Details Daily Rate: Up to £1150 (Inside IR35) Location: London (Hybrid working) Start: ASAP Duration: Initial 6 months (likely extension) Please apply with an updated version of your CV and I'll endeavour to get back to you if suitable. Please note that we provide Key Information Documents; if we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a KID which is specific to the vendor setup you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC387148 England and Wales

A leading global bank in London seeks a Head of Application Development for a major data transformation programme. You will manage a scrum team focused on data ingestion for Finance reporting. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of Agile/Scrum experience in financial services, strong knowledge of data platforms like Databricks, and excellent stakeholder communication skills. This is a hybrid role offering a competitive daily rate up to £1150.