Regulatory Data Engineering Team Lead (GCP)

Adalta
Manchester
2 days ago
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Regulatory Data Team Leader (GCP | BigQuery | AI‑Enabled Reporting)

Hybrid – 2 days onsite (Stoke or Manchester)

£75,000–£85,000 + Package including 15% Bonus


A global technology organisation is expanding its regulatory data function and is hiring a Regulatory Data Team Leader to guide a medium‑sized team delivering cloud‑based reporting and data solutions. The work combines data engineering, cloud architecture and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on accuracy, performance and reliability.

The team is modernising its tooling and actively adopting AI to improve documentation, data validation and workflow efficiency, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys shaping how new technologies are embedded into delivery.


What you’ll be doing

• Leading a team of 6–7 engineers responsible for regulatory reporting and data delivery across multiple regions.

• Overseeing development and optimisation of cloud‑based data pipelines using GCP, BigQuery and SQL.

• Embedding AI tools to streamline documentation, enhance data checks and support engineering workflows.

• Working with Finance, Compliance and other stakeholders to prioritise work and ensure reporting accuracy.

• Improving delivery processes, governance and quality standards.

• Coaching and developing the team through structured support and performance management.


What you’ll bring

• Strong experience with GCP and BigQuery, with a solid understanding of cloud‑native data architecture.

• Background in software engineering, data engineering or analytics.

• Experience leading distributed or cross‑functional teams.

• Ability to manage delivery in a fast‑paced environment with evolving requirements.

• Experience in regulated or complex reporting environments is helpful but not essential.

• A collaborative, organised and pragmatic leadership style.


Why this role stands out

• Lead a team working on high‑impact reporting used across multiple international markets.

• Influence how AI is adopted within the data and reporting function.

• Join a large‑scale organisation investing heavily in cloud and data modernisation.

• Take on a role with real ownership, visibility and influence across both technical and regulatory domains.


If you’d like to explore this opportunity, feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation.

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