Data Governance & Data Compliance Lead

Daimler Trucks North America LLC; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial services provider as a Data Governance & Data Compliance Lead, where you will establish a comprehensive Data Governance programme. Your role involves defining objectives, coordinating initiatives, and ensuring compliance with data governance policies, all within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Colleague car schemes

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programmes

Training and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Data Governance and related practices.
• Strong understanding of Data & Analytics disciplines.
• Ability to monitor evolving trends like GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage the Data Governance programme.
• Define objectives and lead the setup of the Data Governance programme.
• Ensure compliance with data governance policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Data Governance tools experience

Education

Relevant IT Security certifications such as CISM/CISSP

Job description

Job Description - Data Governance & Data Compliance Lead (MER0003BTR)

Data Governance & Data Compliance Lead Group: Mercedes-Benz Group AG

About us

At Mercedes-Benz Financial Services, our employees are at the heart of our business. Our colleagues provide a range of financial solutions designed around the changing needs of our diverse customers. We support you for being you, regardless of your background, beliefs, or personal characteristics.

Joining Mercedes-Benz Financial Services means becoming part of a passionate team committed to supporting our customers and colleagues. We promote equal opportunities for learning and development.

We celebrate individuality, embrace personality, and foster an inclusive culture. Our diverse backgrounds, skills, and cultures contribute to our shared success and enable us to deliver outstanding customer experiences. Inclusion drives our ethos.

We are committed to being a Menopause Friendly Employer, offering wellbeing support and resources for those affected by menopause or supporting others through it.

How you’ll play your part

In this role, you will establish and manage the Data Governance programme and coordinate all related initiatives and processes. This includes:

• Developing Data Governance Vision & Strategy
• Creating Data Governance Charter & Organisation Structure
• Establishing Data Governance Metrics

Main Accountabilities

• Define objectives and scope of the Data Governance programme.
• Establish the data governance organization and ad hoc working groups.
• Lead the setup of the Data Governance programme.
• Make decisions and deliverables related to data governance, including processes, policies, and roles.
• Manage Data Governance artefacts such as metadata standards, data dictionaries, quality standards, information models, reporting and analytics standards, and ethical guidelines.
• Coordinate with external parties to ensure data handling requirements are met and demonstrate programme effectiveness.
• Lead the development and implementation of data governance frameworks, reviewing business processes with SMEs and ensuring proper data identification, cleansing, and controls.
• Document, implement, and ensure compliance with data governance policies.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to secure support and commitment.
• Communicate activity status to executive management and escalate risks and issues as needed.
• Manage team risks and mitigation strategies.
• Influence outcomes based on data strategy in Data Forums.

About you

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Data & Analytics disciplines.
• Deep knowledge of business strategy and the role of data in achieving it.
• Experience in program management, negotiation, and communication.
• Ability to monitor evolving data governance trends and external factors like GDPR.
• Extensive experience in Data Governance and related practices.
• Proven ability to collaborate with business, data, and technical teams to define governance requirements.
• Leadership and communication skills with both business and technical partners.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with Data Governance tools and master data management.
• Knowledge of Data Loss Prevention.
• Relevant IT Security certifications such as CISM/CISSP are advantageous.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, colleague car schemes, pension scheme, and flexible benefits tailored to your needs.

We support your wellbeing with resources like Employee Assistance Programmes, Mental Health First Aiders, and Inclusion Advocates, alongside flexible working options. We are committed to your development, providing training and growth opportunities.

Join our passionate team dedicated to putting customers first. We value diversity, which enriches our culture and drives innovation.

What’s next?

Please apply online via Taleo, including your CV. The process involves answering questions and confirming your discussion with your Line Manager. We consider applications from all candidates with the right to work in the UK. We support flexible working and reasonable adjustments as needed.

We respect your data privacy. By applying, you agree to our data processing policies, and you can contact us for further information or data concerns.