Data Governance Manager

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Data Governance Manager in Newcastle for a 3‑month contract with 60% in-office work. You will join a focused Governance Team, providing strategic and operational governance support to senior decision-makers and liaising across the organisation to plan and deliver a clear programme of activity.

You will design governance processes, run the secretariat, advise Directors and the CEO, and lead workstreams while maintaining a professional, inclusive

Qualifications

• 2 years Corporate Governance experience.
• Project management skills and mindset.
• Stakeholder engagement at a senior level across the business.
• Experience supporting governance functions with a good understanding of governance frameworks, principles and best practices.
• Strong experience administering meetings, including preparing agendas & papers, drafting accurate minutes and coordinating timely follow-up.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure, managing competing demands and tight deadlines with attention to detail and clarity.
• Sound judgement in handling sensitive or high-profile matters, offering practical well-reasoned advice that balances strategic and operational considerations.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders, building credibility and influencing decisions through effective communication and collaboration.
• A professional, empathetic and inclusive approach with the emotional intelligence to navigate complex or emotive issues with empathy and integrity.
• BPSS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting high-level governance arrangements, including for the Board, Executive Committee and their sub-boards and committees.
• You'll help design and implement best practice governance processes.
• Acting as a key liaison point between the Delivery Team and senior leaders.
• Running the secretariat for a top-level body, ensuring meetings are well-prepared, efficiently delivered and clearly documented to support effective and transparent decision-making.
• Advising teams, Directors and the CEO on governance matters and supporting the development of clear, strategic decisions.
• Leading specific workstreams and contributing to team-planning, remaining adaptable and focused amid shifting priorities.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive team culture, role-modelling supporting behaviours and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals.

Skills

Corporate Governance

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance frameworks

Meeting administration

Deadline management

Decision making

Communication with senior stakeholders

Emotional intelligence

BPSS clearance

Job description

HM96: Data Governance Manager

Location: Newcastle 60% in Office | Contract 3 Months

Salary: Competitive Day Rate | In Scope IR35

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Data Governance Manager on behalf of one of our clients.

In this role you will join a focused and supportive Governance Team, providing both strategic and operational support to decision-making bodies. This is a dynamic, delivery-focused environment where you'll work closely with the most senior stakeholders to ensure effective governance and decision-making. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the organisation, take a proactive approach to planning and help deliver a clear and well-organised programme of activity.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting high-level governance arrangements, including for the Board, Executive Committee and their sub-boards and committees.
• You'll help design and implement best practice governance processes.
• Acting as a key liaison point between the Delivery Team and senior leaders.
• Running the secretariat for a top-level body, ensuring meetings are well-prepared, efficiently delivered and clearly documented to support effective and transparent decision-making.
• Advising teams, Directors and the CEO on governance matters and supporting the development of clear, strategic decisions.
• Leading specific workstreams and contributing to team-planning, remaining adaptable and focused amid shifting priorities.
• Fostering a positive, inclusive team culture, role-modelling supporting behaviours and working collaboratively to achieve shared goals.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2 years Corporate Governance experience.
• Project management skills and mindset.
• Stakeholder engagement at a senior level across the business.
• Experience supporting governance functions with a good understanding of governance frameworks, principles and best practices.
• Strong experience administering meetings, including preparing agendas & papers, drafting accurate minutes and coordinating timely follow-up.
• Ability to produce high-quality work under pressure, managing competing demands and tight deadlines with attention to detail and clarity.
• Sound judgement in handling sensitive or high-profile matters, offering practical well-reasoned advice that balances strategic and operational considerations.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders, building credibility and influencing decisions through effective communication and collaboration.
• A professional, empathetic and inclusive approach with the emotional intelligence to navigate complex or emotive issues with empathy and integrity.
• BPSS clearance.

Location: Newcastle 60% in Office | Contract 3 Months

Salary: Competitive Day Rate | In Scope IR35