Head of Governance (Data Strategy and Governance)

University of Warwick; Coventry; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Warwick invites applications for the role of Head of Data Strategy & Governance. You will lead the development of data governance, quality and assurance to maximise data value while ensuring compliance, transparency and trust.

Working with senior leaders across faculties and Professional Services, you will shape data governance across the institution and drive institutional reporting, risk management and data quality as Warwick builds a modern, data-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Significant governance, compliance, data management or strategic planning experience within a large and complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Warwick's data governance, quality and assurance capabilities across the university.
• Establish frameworks, standards and practices to maximise data value while ensuring compliance, transparency and trust.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, Faculties and Professional Services to govern data, regulatory assurance, statutory reporting and data quality.
• Drive institution-wide data governance, risk management and data-driven decision making.

Job description

About the Role

Applicants who have previously applied for this role within the last six months, and were unsuccessful, will not be considered to ensure fairness and allow for meaningful development of experience and skills.

This is a unique opportunity to lead the development of Warwick's data governance, quality and assurance capabilities at a time of significant transformation. As Head of Data Strategy & Governance, you will play a pivotal role in establishing the frameworks, standards and practices that enable the University to maximise the value of its data while ensuring compliance, transparency and trust.

Working closely with senior leaders, Faculties and Professional Services, you will shape how data is governed and managed across the institution, ensuring that decision-makers have confidence in the quality, integrity and accessibility of the information they rely on. You will lead on institutional data governance, regulatory assurance, statutory reporting and data quality, helping to create a culture where data is treated as a strategic asset.

As part of Warwick's growing Data & Analytics function, you will have the opportunity to influence University-wide change, build strong partnerships across organisational boundaries and help establish the foundations for a modern, data-driven institution. This role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on how Warwick uses data to support its strategic ambitions, manage risk and drive informed decision-making.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description (link here).

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages.

About You

You are a collaborative and strategic leader who is passionate about helping organisations make better decisions through strong governance, trusted data and effective assurance processes. You bring significant experience of governance, compliance, data management or strategic planning within a large and complex organisation, together with the credibility to influence and challenge at senior levels.

You are equally comfortable working with policy, process and people, building strong relationships across organisational boundaries and bringing colleagues together around shared standards, accountability and continuous improvement. You have the confidence to navigate complex regulatory and governance environments, providing clear advice and assurance that enables informed decision-making and effective risk management.

As an inspiring and inclusive leader, you enjoy developing people, fostering collaboration and creating a culture where high-quality data, transparency and good governance are valued. Most importantly, you are excited by the opportunity to shape how a world-leading university governs, manages and uses its data to support its strategic ambitions and long-term success.

Closing Date

Wednesday 25 November 2026, 11:59PM

The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

£59,390 to £68,817 per annum