Data Management Lead

Morson Edge (Technology); Telford; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge (Technology) is seeking a Data Management Lead to drive data governance, quality and lifecycle across the organisation. You will establish governance frameworks, ensure data accuracy and enable secure, compliant access for business operations and decision-making.

The role focuses on leading data-related initiatives, improving processes, and guiding data usage and storage across technical and non-technical teams, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in data management, governance or quality.
• Strong understanding of database systems and data security principles.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading data initiatives or teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead data governance initiatives and establish data standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, completeness, validity and timeliness across systems.
• Oversee data security, compliance, and access controls.
• Support data architecture, storage and integration strategies.
• Maintain master data and metadata management processes.

Skills

Data governance

Data quality

Data security

Stakeholder management

Data modelling

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Are you passionate about data governance, data quality, and ensuring business-critical information is accurate, secure, and accessible?

We are seeking a Data Management Lead to take ownership of data management practices across a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for a data professional who enjoys driving improvements, establishing governance frameworks, and ensuring data is managed as a strategic business asset.

The Role

As Data Management Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the integrity, governance, security, and lifecycle of organisational data. You will establish best practices, improve processes, and ensure data remains accurate, compliant, and available to support business operations and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead data governance initiatives and establish data standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, completeness, validity, and timeliness across systems.
• Oversee data quality, security, compliance, and access controls.
• Support data architecture, storage, and integration strategies.
• Maintain master data and metadata management processes.
• Manage the full data lifecycle, from creation and storage through to retention and deletion.
• Support reporting, analytics, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Provide guidance and best practices on data usage, storage, and information management.
• Identify opportunities to improve data processes and drive operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience in Data Management, Data Governance, Data Quality, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of database systems, data modelling, and data security principles.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience leading data-related initiatives or teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally stay overnight when required.

If you're looking for an opportunity to shape data management practices and drive data excellence across an organisation, we'd love to hear from you.