Data Management & Governance Lead — AI‑Ready Data

Accenture; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 30 days vacation per year

Private medical insurance

Volunteer/charity leave

Job summary

Accenture | Data Management Manager in Manchester leads data governance and governance-driven data solutions for clients. You will drive strategy, design and delivery across data management capabilities, including data quality, MDM, and AI observability, while managing multi-location teams and client stakeholders.

Role requires extensive experience in data management, strong consulting skills, and a track record of delivering measurable business outcomes in complex environments.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in data management or governance.
• Experience leading projects or workstreams from definition through delivery.
• Strong consulting and client-facing communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage, coach and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME in one or more Data Management and Governance capabilities for client engagements.
• Lead design and delivery of data management solutions aligned to client priorities and regulatory needs.
• Manage projects including scope, plans, budgets, risks and milestones.
• Build and develop multidisciplinary teams with clear objectives and inclusive environment.
• Translate complex data findings into practical recommendations and delivery plans.
• Develop relationships with client stakeholders and facilitate senior workshops.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

MDM

AI observability

Knowledge graphs

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Accenture | Data Management Manager in Manchester leads data governance and governance-driven data solutions for clients. You will drive strategy, design and delivery across data management capabilities, including data quality, MDM, and AI observability, while managing multi-location teams and client stakeholders.

Role requires extensive experience in data management, strong consulting skills, and a track record of delivering measurable business outcomes in complex environments.