Data Services Manager

Rolls-Royce plc; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Data Services Manager in Derby or hybrid setup. The role focuses on managing data supply chains, ensuring an effective operation while engaging multiple stakeholders. Applicants should have proven leadership and communication skills, along with an operational background. Join a culture that values innovation and accountability while contributing to the firm's transformation toward a high-performing future.

Benefits

Safety-first environment

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proficient in both oral and written communication.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in a team setting.
• Skilled in managing resources effectively.
• Strong background in services, technical, or operational fields.

Responsibilities

• Manage data supply chains and curate the single source of truth.
• Engage with stakeholder groups to define capability requirements.
• Ensure governance and measures are in place for data center operations.
• Deliver comprehensive data services operations and performance metrics.

Skills

Broad stakeholder management experience

Excellent communication skills

Proven leadership skills

Proven resource management skills

Strong services, technical or operational background

Job description

Data Services manager page is loaded## Data Services managerlocations: Derbytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR6148469## **Job Description****Data Services Manager****Derby/ Hybrid****Full time**At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.Reporting into the VP Data & Information within Service Operations, this role will deliver our Data Services Operations taking responsibility for QCD in this area. The role of Data Services is to manage the data supply chains and curate the single source of truth that feeds the rest of services, engine config, flying hours etc. The goal is to extend the scope of the team to become the data centre for services covering all aspects of the product, customer and operational data. Role incumbent will engage with broad stakeholder groups in defining capability requirements and managing delivery. They will ensure appropriate governance and measures are in place to ensure effective implementation and ongoing performance of this new extended data centre.Essential skills/qualifications required* Broad stakeholder management experience* Excellent communication skills both oral and written* Proven leadership skills* Proven resource management skills* Combination of strong services, technical or operational background**Regional Benefits:*** Work in a safety-first environment where doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.* Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.* Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.* Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.* Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.* Take initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support.* Grow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities.Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.## ## **Job Category**Service Management## **Posting Date**16 Jan 2026; 00:01## **Posting End Date**29 Jan 2026