Data Governance Manager - 3-6 Month Contract

Credera UK; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Data Governance Manager to enhance data protection and security for the Helix Programme. Responsibilities include defining a data ownership model, supporting governance policy adoption, and assisting in developing the risk and control framework. Ideal candidates have a strong passion for technology and a keen interest in governance practices. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with influential brands and drive meaningful impact in the organization.

Responsibilities

• Define the interim data ownership model for Helix systems.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Service Owners, and business units.
• Support rollout and adoption of governance policies.
• Align Helix-specific procedures with enterprise policies.
• Deliver targeted communications on secure data handling.
• Track and report policy adoption.
• Support completion of the Data Governance Risk Framework.
• Document risks and present residual risks for approval.
• Prepare regular reports on risk status and control implementation.
• Assist in finalising proposals for data governance structure.

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about developing a career in technology? Does the idea of working for different clients on complex business-critical IT projects excite you? If yes, then read on!

Reporting to the Data Governance Lead, the Data Governance Manager will help establish foundational governance practices across the organisation. While long-term goals include developing frameworks, policies, and standards, the immediate focus is on strengthening data protection and security for the Helix Programme and ensuring all critical governance activities are completed by Milestone 11 (October 2025).

Responsibilities

Data Ownership Model

• Define the interim data ownership model for Helix systems.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Service Owners, and business units to implement the model.

Data Governance Approach

• Support rollout and adoption of governance policies and guidance.
• Align Helix-specific procedures with enterprise policies (e.g., Data Protection, InfoSec, Data Breach).
• Define and agree on a Data Lifecycle Management Framework.

Communications & Adoption

• Deliver targeted communications on secure data handling for staff, suppliers, and contractors.
• Track and report policy adoption across teams and suppliers.

Risk and Control Framework

• Support completion of the Data Governance Risk Framework to inform Executive decisions by 22 October.
• Document risks, evidence interim controls, and present residual risks for approval.
• Prepare regular reports on risk status, control implementation, and M11 readiness.

Governance Structure & Design

• Assist in finalising proposals for the enduring data governance structure aligned with organisational design.

Learn more

Credera is Omnicom's global consulting firm that combines transformational consulting capabilities, deep industry knowledge, AI and technology expertise to deliver valuable customer experiences and accelerated growth across a broad range of industries worldwide. Our one-of-a-kind global boutique approach means we provide our clients with tailored solutions unique to their organisation that can scale due to our extensive footprint. As a values-led organisation, our mission is to make an extraordinary impact on our clients, our people, and our community.

We believe it is this approach that has allowed us to work with and transform the most influential brands and organisations in the world, from strategy through to execution. More information is available at credera.co.uk. We are part of the OPMG Group of Companies, within Omnicom Group Inc.

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