Data Governance Lead: Own the Data Platform & Strategy

Softcat plc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT firm based in Manchester is seeking a Data Governance Lead to establish and maintain a robust data governance framework. The role involves owning the strategic direction of data governance, collaborating with various teams to ensure data quality and accessibility, and promoting a data-centric culture across the organization. Ideal candidates will possess experience in data governance, strong communication skills, and familiarity with business intelligence tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a data governance or data management role.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, data quality, and data security principles.
• Experience with business intelligence platforms and data visualisation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Data Governance Framework.
• Collaborate with data managers.
• Monitor data quality and visualisation.

Skills

Data governance

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Data quality

Data literacy

Tools

MS Purview

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

A leading IT firm based in Manchester is seeking a Data Governance Lead to establish and maintain a robust data governance framework. The role involves owning the strategic direction of data governance, collaborating with various teams to ensure data quality and accessibility, and promoting a data-centric culture across the organization. Ideal candidates will possess experience in data governance, strong communication skills, and familiarity with business intelligence tools.