Delivery Manager – Data Contract | Remote | UK Public Sector Project | Outside IR35 Must Have Experience: Management of several Data projects, including Databricks, etc.   Overview: We are looking for an experienced Delivery Manager with a strong Data focus (Databricks) to lead delivery within a strategic change programme. This role prioritises Agile delivery excellence and hands-on experience managing data platforms (especially Databricks). You will drive predictable, high-quality delivery while enabling cross-functional teams to succeed in a fast-paced environment. Experience in the UK public sector/government digital standards is desirable. Key Responsibilities: * Lead delivery of data-driven projects (Databricks-based environments) * Champion Agile and Lean practices, promoting continuous improvement and Inspect & Adapt principles * Manage cross-team dependencies, risks, and issues to maintain delivery momentum * Ensure appropriate governance, quality management, and value for money * Build strong relationships with stakeholders, reporting clearly and setting expectations * Collaborate with Product Managers, Data Engineers, QA, BA, Architecture, Platform, and supplier teams * Guide teams through delivery lifecycle phases and support process optimisation * Contribute to the Delivery Management Community of Practice Mandatory Requirements: * Strong Agile delivery experience * Proven experience managing multiple Data projects (incl. Databricks or similar data platforms) * Experience delivering data or digital products in multi-disciplinary teams * Excellent stakeholder and communication skills * Experience managing budgets, suppliers, risks, and dependencies * Strong planning, prioritisation, and problem-solving abilities * Demonstrated ability to lead and build high-performing teams Desirable: * Experience in the UK public sector or working with government digital standards * Familiarity with government digital standards (GDS) * Exposure to data platforms, analytics environments or data architecture * Familiarity with UCD, DevOps, or cloud/infrastructure teams Soft Skills * Strong stakeholder engagement, including senior executives * Excellent written and verbal communication * Confident, structured, and practical leadership * Collaborative, supportive, relationship-focused mindset * Highly organised with strong attention to detail * Able to translate technical detail into clear business language Contract Details * Contract Type: Contract - Outside IR35 * Location: Remote (UK-based candidates preferred) * Start Date: ASAP * Candidates must be eligible to work with UK Government departments / BPSS.