Data Governance Lead

Syngenta; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Regulatory Data Governance Lead to design and implement a cutting-edge Regulatory Data Framework. This role involves collaborating across functions to ensure data integrity for decision-making and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in data governance, risk assessment, and excellent communication skills. Join a team that values diversity and innovation, contributing to impactful work in the agricultural sector. This position offers a stimulating environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, making a real difference in feeding the world sustainably.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Up to 31.5 days annual holiday

Flexible working

International work environment

Learning culture

Wide range of training options

Qualifications

• Strong experience in data roles and governance strategies.
• Current experience in Agriculture, Pharmaceutical, or Biotech industries.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation of the Regulatory Data Governance Framework.
• Foster a data-driven decision-making culture across the organization.

Skills

Data Governance

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Networking Skills

Data Quality Management

Continuous Learning

Education

M.A/M.Sc. in Data Management/IT/Regulatory Affairs

Job description

Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

Job Description

We have a unique opportunity to join our Global Regulatory Team! As the new Regulatory Data Governance Lead you will design and drive our cutting-edge Regulatory Data Framework. Collaborate across Syngenta functions, especially within Crop Protection development to align requirements and promote best practices. Ensure data integrity for decision-making, analysis, modeling, and submissions through robust processes and SOPs.

1. Drive the implementation of the Regulatory Data Governance Framework across the worldwide Regulatory organisation.
2. Foster a data-driven decision-making culture and facilitate the necessary organizational changes to support it.
3. Identify, manage and communicate risks.
4. Proactively engage with the stakeholder community, R&D and other functions.
5. Contribute to the wider development and implementation of the Digital Regulatory Data-Driven Vision and Strategy.

Qualifications

1. Strong experience in data related roles and proven experience in designing and implementing data governance strategies.
2. M.A/M.Sc. or higher degree in data management/ IT/ regulatory affairs or a related discipline.
3. Current experience in the Agriculture, Pharmaceutical, or Biotech industries.
4. Proficiency in data governance frameworks, data quality management, and metadata management.
5. Deep understanding of risk assessment and risk management related to regulatory governance and compliance.
6. Expertise in understanding regulatory changes and their impact on data governance.
7. Knowledge of functional improvement/productivity levers and their application.
8. Excellent communication, negotiation, networking skills, and ability to motivate people.
9. Continuous learning attitude - ability to keep up with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in data governance and related fields.

Additional Information

Site Details

Jealott's Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealott’s Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.

What we offer

1. Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
2. Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
3. Flexible working.
4. We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
5. The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
6. The chance to work as part of a global team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector.
7. Learning culture and wide range of training options.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion

Jealott’s Hill has Disability Confident certification.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealott’s Hill site are a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we can to support you.