Global Data Governance Lead

Arup; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup is seeking a senior leader to define and drive data governance across a global organisation. You will shape trusted data usage, partner with the Chief Data Officer and senior leaders, and translate strategy into practical, scalable actions that deliver measurable value.

The role focuses on governance that works in practice, enabling data to empower AI, better decisions and long-term value for clients and communities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in implementing data governance at enterprise scale.
• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and information architecture.
• Ability to lead change and embed governance into business outcomes.
• Technical understanding of data governance technologies and complex environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Shape how data is governed, trusted and used across a global organisation.
• Lead direction with the Chief Data Officer and senior leaders.
• Turn strategy into pragmatic, enterprise-scale action with measurable value.

Skills

Leadership

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Enterprise data

Job description

Arup is seeking a senior leader to define and drive data governance across a global organisation. You will shape trusted data usage, partner with the Chief Data Officer and senior leaders, and translate strategy into practical, scalable actions that deliver measurable value.

The role focuses on governance that works in practice, enabling data to empower AI, better decisions and long-term value for clients and communities.