Data Governance Manager - Contract Role

Project Blackbook LTD; Greater London; Hybrid; Confidential; Part time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Data Governance Manager for a hybrid contract role. You will develop and implement frameworks and standards to ensure data accuracy and security. The ideal candidate must have strong experience in data governance and an ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. This role offers a competitive day rate estimated between £400-£500 for a project duration of 6 months, starting in January.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in data governance or related disciplines with an understanding of regulatory expectations.
• Proven capability in defining and operationalising governance frameworks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks and policies across the organisation.
• Monitor, assess, and manage data risks with clear controls and remediation actions.
• Provide training and support teams in adopting compliant data behaviours.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality management

Stakeholder collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Job description

Role: Data Governance Manager - Contract Role

Seniority: Mid and Senior levels

Day rate: Estimated £400-£500 Outside IR35

Project duration: 6 months. Starting first week in January

Location: Hybrid in/around London

We’re supporting a consultancy that specialises in business and digital transformation, known for fostering strong relationships while designing and delivering large-scale, complex transformations worldwide.

They're seeking a Data Governance Manager. This role will sit under the new Head of Data to develop and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and standards to ensure data is accurate, secure, and well-managed.

We’ve a preference for you to apply directly via our website as the consultancy will eventually view your profile in our platform. If you are already in the community, feel free to quickly apply here or reach out to your Blackbook contact, but no need to re-apply directly.

Tasks

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and standards to ensure data accuracy, security, and proper management across the organisation
• Work cross-functionally to embed best-practice data processes, provide training, and support teams in adopting consistent, compliant data behaviours
• Monitor, assess, and manage data risks - ensuring issues are identified early and addressed through clear controls, remediation actions, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• An independent consultant with a consulting background
• Strong experience in data governance, data quality management, or related disciplines, with a solid understanding of regulatory and compliance expectations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, influencing behaviours and driving adoption of governance standards across diverse teams
• Proven capability in defining and operationalising governance frameworks, supported by strong analytical skills and attention to detail