Data Governance Specialist

Square One Resources; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Data Governance Specialist to join their London team in a hybrid working environment. The role involves developing and executing a comprehensive data governance framework, ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR and facilitating stakeholder collaboration. Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with strong knowledge of data governance principles, data quality management, and relevant tools. Experience in the insurance sector is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices.
• Proficiency in data governance tools and platforms.
• Knowledge of data quality management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance policies and standards.
• Oversee data quality initiatives and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Data governance principles

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field

CDMP or DAMA certifications

Tools

Collibra

Informatica

Alation

Job description

Job Title: Data Governance Specialist
Location: London (hybrid - 3x days on-site per week)
Salary/Rate: £304 inside IR35
Start Date: 02/02/2026
Job Type: Initial contract until 31/05/2026

Company Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Data Governance Specialist to join their team in London on a hybrid basis.

Job Responsibilities/Objectives

You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining an enterprise-wide data governance framework, ensuring high data quality, regulatory compliance, and effective stakeholder collaboration to support sound decision‑making and good customer outcomes.

Data Governance Framework

• Develop and implement data governance policies, standards, and processes aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and enhance the enterprise-wide data governance framework, ensuring consistency across commercial lines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document data ownership, stewardship, and accountability.

Data Quality and Standards

• Oversee the design and execution of data quality initiatives, including data profiling, validation, and monitoring.
• Define data standards and ensure adherence across systems, processes, and reporting.
• Monitor data quality metrics and lead remediation efforts to address data issues.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with data‑related regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, FCA guidelines).
• Identify and mitigate data‑related risks, supporting the CDO in regulatory audits and assessments.
• Promote data ethics and ensure responsible data usage across the organisation.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with IT, underwriting, claims, actuarial, and analytics teams to embed governance practices into key processes.
• Provide training and guidance to data stewards and business users to promote data literacy.
• Act as a point of contact for resolving cross‑functional data governance issues.

Tools and Technology

• Support the selection, implementation, and optimisation of data governance tools, such as data catalogues and lineage tools.
• Leverage technology to improve data visibility and control, enhancing decision‑making processes.

Reporting and Insights

• Prepare reports and dashboards on data governance KPIs for senior leadership.
• Provide actionable insights to improve data governance maturity and contribute to business objectives.

Required Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and best practices (e.g., DAMA, DMBOK).
• Proficiency in data governance tools and platforms (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Alation).
• Knowledge of data quality management techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for the insurance industry (e.g., GDPR, Solvency II).

Business Acumen

• Understanding of commercial insurance operations, including underwriting, claims, and actuarial functions.
• Ability to align data governance initiatives with business goals and strategic priorities.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Change management and training capabilities to drive data culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) or DAMA certifications are preferred.
• 5 years in data governance, data quality, or related roles, ideally within the insurance or financial services sector.
• Experience with large-scale data projects in a commercial insurance environment is a plus.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.

Disclaimer

Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.