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Database Manager - Cardiff

Remote Working/ Flexible Working Hours / 35 Hour contract /Company Pension

Date Posted: Thursday 14 August 2025

, Ref: 1840

Database Manager – Remote role with occasional travel to Cardiff – Full-time – £41,500 to £45,000

Rhino Recruitment is looking for a Database Manager to join an established IT team in Cardiff. This full-time position offers the chance to step into a managerial role while maintaining a hands-on technical focus, ideal for candidates ready to progress their career in data management within a non-profit setting.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the organisation's data systems, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with GDPR.
  • Manage database environments, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
  • Lead the implementation of data management strategies, policies, and procedures.
  • Monitor performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and optimise database operations.
  • Design and deliver regular and ad-hoc reports for stakeholders across various departments.
  • Use SQL to run complex queries and support deeper data analysis.
  • Enforce data quality controls, perform audits, and resolve integrity issues.
  • Support data sharing between systems through APIs and integration protocols.
  • Manage backup, recovery, and data retention processes.
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on effective database usage.
  • Optionally manage performance and development of Data Officers.

 

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in database administration or data management
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and/or Blackbaud Raiser's Edge (desirable)
  • Proficiency in SQL and understanding of database structures
  • Familiarity with Power BI or similar tools
  • Working knowledge of APIs and data protection legislation
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Experience managing or mentoring staff (preferred)
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational ability

 

Working Pattern & Location:

  • 35 hours per week, flexible within 7am–9pm operating hours
  • Remote role with occasional travel to Cardiff, CF10 1EP (Generalised postcode shown to maintain employer confidentiality)
  • No fixed office attendance; South Wales-based candidates preferred due to potential future team requirements

 

Salary & Benefits:

  • £41,500 to £45,000 depending on experience
  • Permanent, full-time contract
  • Opportunity to shape data strategy and contribute to organisational growth

 

If you're interested, email Rhodri@rhinorecruitment.com or click Apply.