Data Governance and Quality Expert

bpha; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive housing association in England seeks a Data Governance and Quality Expert to enhance its data governance and quality frameworks. This role is pivotal in providing leadership for effective data management practices, influencing senior leaders, and delivering engaging training programs. The ideal candidate should have solid expertise in data governance and quality, familiarity with relevant regulations, and excellent communication skills. Join us to make data a strategic asset within our organization!

Benefits

28-33 days holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Private healthcare

Discounted gym membership

Opportunities for professional training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data governance, data quality, and data management.
• Strong understanding of data-related regulations (e.g. GDPR).
• Experience designing and delivering training programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of data governance frameworks.
• Define and promote data ownership and stewardship roles.
• Engage with senior leaders to adopt best practices.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

Data management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Data governance tools

Job description

Fixed Term Contract

Full Time

£60,000 per annum

About the Role

Are you passionate about data governance and quality? bpha is seeking a Data Governance and Quality Expert to lead the development and implementation of data governance and data quality frameworks across our organisation. This pivotal role provides expert guidance designing and delivering training and engaging with senior leaders to embed best practices and ensure data is treated as a strategic asset.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the go-to expert for data governance and data quality influencing and supporting senior leaders to adopt best practices.
• Developing assessing and implementing data governance and data quality frameworks policies and standards.
• Defining and promoting clear roles and responsibilities for data ownership and stewardship.
• Designing and delivering engaging training programmes to increase awareness and capability across the organisation.
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders facilitating workshops and gathering feedback.
• Establishing and monitoring KPIs and metrics to track data quality and governance effectiveness leading continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• Proven experience in data governance data quality and data management.
• Strong understanding of data-related regulations (e.g. GDPR Data Protection Act).
• Experience designing and delivering training programmes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills especially with senior leaders.
• Ability to translate complex data concepts into accessible language.
• Familiarity with data governance tools and technologies.
• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience.

Desirable

• Experience in change management and organisational transformation.
• Certifications in Data Governance/Data Management (e.g. DAMA DCAM).
• Project or programme management experience.

Why Join Us

• We take responsibility: We do what we say and are accountable for our actions.
• We show empathy: We respect and listen to every colleague and customer.
• We are better together: We value diversity and achieve more as one team.
• We are ambitious: We strive for excellence and make a positive difference.

Benefits

• Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year plus public holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Competitive pay
• Life assurance cover
• Private healthcare
• Mental Health First Aid
• Counselling service
• Eye tests
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free annual flu jabs
• Wellbeing activities and events
• Free fruit and refreshments
• Long service award
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Discretionary reward scheme
• Annual volunteering day
• Social events clubs and activities
• Breakout areas
• Onsite cafe/restaurant at headquarters
• Opportunities for professional training and qualifications
• Workshops and training sessions for new skills
• A fresh and modern eLearning platform

Apply now to join bpha as our Data Governance and Quality Expert!