Enterprise Data Manager

WFS Patron; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WFS Patron in Exeter is seeking a senior leader to head the Data Management team, driving enterprise data standards, quality and governance across the Service.

You will champion data ownership, lifecycle processes and privacy by design, working with Digital, Data and Technology colleagues to deliver practical, scalable solutions and develop data capability across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in data management and governance.
• Ability to develop and embed data quality and lifecycle processes.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Management team, including line management for two Data Management Officers.
• Develop enterprise data management policies, standards and governance frameworks.
• Champion data quality, privacy by design and data integrity across the service.
• Oversee data modelling, metadata, data dictionaries and data products.
• Support projects to embed enterprise data requirements into new systems.
• Promote data capability and literacy across the Service.

Skills

Data management

Data governance

Leadership

Data quality

Privacy by design

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Experience leading data teams

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to influence enterprise-wide data standards, improve data quality and literacy and ensure trusted information supports frontline and corporate services alike.

Shape the future of data in a modern Fire and Rescue Service!

Reporting to the Information and Data Governance Manager, you’ll lead the Data Management team, including line management for two Data Management Officers. Working closely with colleagues across Digital, Data and Technology and the wider Service, you will develop and embed effective data management, quality assurance and data lifecycle processes that support organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the development and implementation of enterprise data management policies, procedures and standards.
• Championing data quality, integrity, ethical use and privacy by design.
• Developing governance frameworks, data ownership arrangements and lifecycle management processes.
• Overseeing data modelling, metadata, data dictionaries and data products throughout their lifecycle.
• Supporting projects and departments to embed enterprise data requirements and into new and evolving systems.
• Building data capability and literacy across the Service, enabling colleagues to use data confidentiality and effectively.

We’re seeking a collaborative and influential leader with significant experience in data management and governance. You’ll be equally comfortable shaping strategy, and delivering practical solutions, with the ability to build strong relationships, communicate complex concepts clearly, and inspire confidence in the value of data.

You’ll be passionate about developing people, driving continuous improvement and creating a culture where trusted, high-quality data is recognised as a vital organisational asset.

Closing Date: 2359hrs 1 November 2026

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sarah Bailey, Information and Data Governance Manager on 01392 872582 or via email to [e-mail]