Data Governance Manager

Specsavers; Chatham, Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers is seeking a Data Governance Manager to lead their global data governance framework. This role involves shaping data management practices, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various teams to enhance data quality and ethics. If you have a passion for data and governance, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance or data management.
• Solid understanding of governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of global data governance framework.
• Embed best practices and ensure compliance with GDPR and CCPA.

Skills

Data Governance

Data Management

Ethics

Job description

Are you passionate about data, ethics, and making a real difference on a global scale?At Specsavers, we’re on a mission to change lives through better sight and hearing—and we know that great data is at the heart of delivering that mission. That’s why we’re looking for a Data Governance Manager who’s ready to take the lead in delivering our global data governance framework.

This is your opportunity to shape how data is managed, protected, and used across a global business.You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, working alongside experts in data, legal, IT, and information security. Your role will be all about embedding best practices, policies, and processes that ensure our data is accurate, secure, and ethically handled. From supporting our data governance council to driving data quality initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR and CCPA, you’ll be right at the centre of our data transformation journey.

We’re looking for someone who brings both expertise and energy.You’ll need experience in data governance or data management, a solid understanding of governance frameworks, and a passion for helping others understand the value of good data practices. You’ll be comfortable working across teams, leading training sessions, supporting data stewards, and advising on ethical risks in data projects. If you’ve worked with data in health-related industries or have experience with data privacy laws, that’s a big plus.

So, are you ready to lead the way in data governance at Specsavers?If you’re excited by the idea of helping a global organisation use data more responsibly and effectively, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help build a data-driven future that’s ethical, secure, and built to last.

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