Data Governance Lead

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Governance Lead to enhance data quality and management across the organization. This pivotal role involves designing comprehensive data governance frameworks, collaborating with stakeholders, and enforcing policies to ensure data integrity and security. You will play a crucial role in optimizing data management practices and supporting the Head of Data in driving key improvements. If you are passionate about data governance and looking for a flexible hybrid working model, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data governance and management.
• Strong understanding of data quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data governance frameworks to enhance data quality.
• Facilitate communication between data teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Data Governance Framework Development

Stakeholder Collaboration

Policy and Standards Enforcement

Process Improvement

Training and Support

Monitoring and Reporting

Risk Management

Documentation and Lineage

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science or related field

Relevant certifications in Data Governance

Job description

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Xpertise is looking for several Data Governance Managers/Leads and Data Governance/Quality Analysts to join several growing data teams. For now, the priority is to hire an experienced data governance lead who can drive data quality, maturity and management throughout the organisation.

IR35: TBC

Length: 6 months

Location: Birmingham + very flexible hybrid working model (remote)

Key Responsibilities & Experience Desired:

• Data Governance Framework Development: Design and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks to improve data quality, integrity, and security.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between data stewards and the data team, facilitating effective communication and alignment.
• Policy and Standards Enforcement: Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and practices across the organisation.
• Process Improvement: Identify and lead initiatives to optimise data management practices.
• Training and Support: Provide guidance and support to data stewards and other stakeholders, promoting data governance best practices.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Develop metrics and dashboards to monitor data governance performance and report progress.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate data-related risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Documentation and Lineage: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data governance processes, policies, procedures, and data lineage to support transparency and accountability.

Role Overview:

As the Data Governance Lead, you will play a vital role in enhancing the client's data maturity by developing and implementing robust data governance frameworks. You will bridge the gap between our data stewards and the data team, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on data governance initiatives. Your efforts will support the Head of Data by alleviating their workload and driving forward key improvements.

Interested? Please apply with your CV and/or message Billy Hall for further details.