Global Data Governance & Architecture Lead

ASCO Group; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ASCO Group is embarking on a significant, multi-year Business Systems Transformation Programme to modernise data capabilities across our global operations. We are seeking an experienced Data Lead to establish and lead ASCO's group data strategy, architecture and governance framework.

You will be responsible for improving data quality, establishing clear data ownership, and ensuring consistent data standards across all business systems and locations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise data architecture programmes.
• Proven track record in data governance and master data management.
• Experience across multiple countries and legal entities.
• Knowledge of GDPR and data residency requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop ASCO's group data architecture and master data strategy.
• Lead data governance, defining ownership and approval processes.
• Chair the Data Governance Council and report to programme/ Steering Committee.
• Define data quality baselines, standards and improvement targets.
• Oversee data migration standards across system deliveries and go-live readiness.
• Develop group analytics architecture and ensure consistent reporting.
• Ensure GDPR, data privacy and residency controls are integrated.

Skills

Enterprise data architecture

Master data management

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Data quality improvement

AI data readiness

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Fabric

Azure Data Services

Dataverse

Job description

ASCO Group is embarking on a significant, multi-year Business Systems Transformation Programme to modernise data capabilities across our global operations. We are seeking an experienced Data Lead to establish and lead ASCO's group data strategy, architecture and governance framework.

You will be responsible for improving data quality, establishing clear data ownership, and ensuring consistent data standards across all business systems and locations.