Data Governance Specialist

QBE Europe; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in London is seeking Data Governance Specialists to develop and implement robust data governance strategies. This hybrid role requires strong experience in regulated environments and expertise in data governance best practices. Candidates will be responsible for core governance processes and documentation. The role offers competitive benefits, including flexible working options and generous leave policies, in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday per year

Flexible working options

Pension plan with employer contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in complex, regulated environments, ideally with insurance exposure.
• Understanding of Data Governance best practices and frameworks such as DAMA.
• Ability to lead activities such as identifying Critical Data Elements.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver data governance strategy and roadmap.
• Run core governance processes and produce clear metrics.
• Maintain documentation of governance processes ensuring regulatory alignment.

Skills

Collaboration Tools

Communication

Critical Thinking

Data Stewardship

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Tools

Collibra

Job description

Primary Details: Time Type: Full time, Worker Type: Employee

• Location: London
• Type: Permanent, full time
• Hybrid role, 2 days per week in office

The Opportunity

QBE Europe is currently recruiting two data governance specialists to join a well‑established Data & Analytics team in our London Office. In this position you will be responsible for developing and providing high‑quality Data Governance capabilities across QBE European Operations.

Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role. QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch. We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your new role

• Support the Data Governance Manager to define and deliver the EO data governance strategy, roadmap and operating model, ensuring risks are anticipated and mitigated.
• Own and run core governance processes (policy embedment, accountability model, glossary/CDEs, lineage, waivers/UDA governance), producing clear MI and metrics for governance forums.
• Maintain quality documentation of end‑to‑end governance processes and ensure regulatory alignment (e.g., Solvency II).
• Translate business needs into actionable governance requirements, specify and implement process and platform changes, embed outcomes into BAU.
• Build strong relationships across business and technology, through effective verbal and written communication, tailoring messaging to business and technology audiences.
• Coach Data Owners and Stewards and support project teams with practical guidance and SME input.
• Develop and deliver awareness, training and communications to lift data literacy and adoption across EO.
• Monitor industry best practice (e.g., DMBOK), internal policy, and regulatory requirements, championing a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Support Data Governance team members across all DG activities.
• One of these roles will be responsible for the continued rollout and adoption of Collibra, including working closely with the Product team to define operating models, and design and develop workflows.

About you

• Strong experience operating in complex, regulated environments, ideally with insurance or Lloyd’s market exposure.
• Solid understanding of Data Governance best practices and industry frameworks such as DAMA and DCAM.
• Proven ability to autonomously lead key activities such as identifying Critical Data Elements in complex data environments.
• Practical experience designing and enhancing governance services (policy adoption, Data Catalogue/CDE frameworks, ownership & stewardship, lineage).
• Ability to prioritise work effectively and deliver to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience leading or supporting team members and contributing to a collaborative, high‑performing culture.
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills, able to engage both technical and business stakeholders.
• Capable of producing clear, concise MI and metrics, and confident presenting into governance forums.
• Strongly desirable: Deep hands‑on Collibra expertise, including operating model design, workflow development, and training delivery.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days.
• Flexible working – balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, including part‑time, job share and compressed hours.
• Pension – you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10 % of your basic salary.

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click Rewarding our people – QBE European Operations.

Awards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year – QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year – Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance
• AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 – Winner: Network Management of the Year
• Insurance Business UK 5‑Star Cyber Awards 2024 – QBE rated as a 5‑Star Cyber Insurer

To learn more about our achievements, click here.

Apply now and let’s make it happen!

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today.

Skills

Collaboration Tools, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Data Management Software, Data Quality Assessments, Data Stewardship, High Accuracy, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Metadata Management, Regulatory Compliance, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management

How to Apply

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Equal Employment Opportunity

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.