Head of Data Governance

Damia Group Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Data Governance for an initial 18-month contract in Exeter. The role involves strategic oversight of environmental data governance, ensuring compliance and high standards aligned with corporate strategy. The successful candidate will lead a team, develop policies, and promote a data-driven culture within the organization.

Qualifications

• Eligible and willing to undergo SC clearance.
• Experience in data governance and risk management.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to foster a data-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Environmental Data Strategy.
• Establish data governance frameworks and standards.
• Manage organisational environmental data risks.

Skills

Data Governance

Stakeholder Management

Data Security

Environmental Data Management

Data Literacy

Job description

Head of Data Governance - 18 month initial contract - Exeter (at least 1 day per week onsite) - £600 per day pay (Inside IR35)

Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be eligible and willing to undergo SC clearance.

The Head of Data Governance works with the Chief Data and Information Officer (CDIO) and Data Governance Group (DGG) to provide strategic oversight and leadership in environmental data governance and use. They ensure high standards and trust are maintained in line with regulations and ethical requirements.

In this role, you will:

• Work with the CDIO and Data Governance Group to oversee environmental data governance across the organisation.
• Establish environmental data governance policies, frameworks, and standards, and monitor compliance.
• Manage organisational environmental data risks and issues, coordinating with data owners to resolve them.
• Advise on best practices for data security development, aligned with the data enterprise architecture.
• Promote improved environmental data risk management and practices within the organisation.
• Enhance data literacy and understanding of environmental data governance among staff.
• Maintain excellent stakeholder management skills.

Key responsibilities and deliverables:

• Lead the implementation of the Environmental Data Strategy and necessary governance for effective delivery of products and services, including those using AI.
• Develop and enforce environmental data governance frameworks, standards, and principles aligned with corporate strategy, the Enterprise Design Framework, and sector requirements; continuously improve data governance practices across the data lifecycle.
• Develop assurance processes and establish reporting mechanisms to the Data Governance Group and other stakeholders.
• Foster a data-driven culture by enhancing data literacy and enabling effective decision-making at all levels. Lead by example in strategic initiatives.
• Advise on environmental data risk management, providing tactical and strategic guidance, both technical and non-technical.
• Recommend tooling and automation solutions to support staff in implementing effective data management practices in line with strategy.

Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for recruitment and employment of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept our Data Protection Policy available on our website.

We are committed to equal opportunity and do not discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Candidates are assessed solely on merits, qualifications, and ability.

Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance with Conduct Regulations 2003.