Data Governance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a proactive Data Governance Specialist with SC clearance to enhance data management practices. This role supports essential data governance initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to develop better data strategies. The position offers a remote-first approach with required onsite meetings in South UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in data governance and management.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to lead assessments.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support operational delivery of data governance initiatives.
• Lead data maturity assessments and establish governance boards.
• Promote data literacy and align with RN policies.

Skills

Data Management

Analytical Expertise

Data Literacy

Stakeholder Collaboration

Job description

Data Governance Specialist (SC clearance required)

Are you passionate about data and its power to drive smarter decisions? SR2 is seeking a proactive, self-starting Data Governance Specialist to play a key role in advancing data management across a government department.

In this vital role, you will support the operational delivery of data governance initiatives—bringing structure, coordination, and analytical expertise to help mature data practices. You will collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to embed data governance processes, promote data literacy, and ensure alignment with existing RN policies and standards.

A major focus of the role includes leading data maturity assessments and establishing directorate-level data governance boards, laying the foundation for stronger, more informed decision-making across the department.

Due to the secure nature of the data involved, all applicants must have active SC clearance. We cannot process applications without it. The role will be mostly remote but will require some onsite work in the South UK for key meetings.

Overview:

• Remote first
• Key meetings onsite (SE UK)
• Start ASAP
• 12 months

If you're ready to champion the value of data governance and be part of a future-facing transformation, we want to hear from you.

Please apply with a copy of your CV. Emma from SR2 will contact potential applicants regarding next steps.