Senior Data Administrator

Sodexo Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading services provider in Peterborough is seeking a Senior Data Administrator to manage data governance, ensuring integrity and innovation. The successful candidate will oversee strategic data initiatives and lead a team focused on performance improvement. Essential qualifications include a strong background in data management, legislation, and stakeholder engagement. This role offers a salary of £28,000 per annum with additional benefits.

Benefits

Sodexo retirement plan

Discounts to over 1,900 brands

Gym discount

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in data governance or management roles.
• Deep expertise in data protection legislation and quality assurance.
• Strong influencing and communication skills.
• Experience managing teams and delivering change.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complaints and legal requests management.
• Oversee data accuracy and reporting.
• Develop quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate PNC audits and compliance.
• Deliver training to improve governance.
• Monitor policy compliance.
• Lead data and assurance frameworks.
• Ensure audit readiness.
• Represent assurance at governance boards.
• Produce insightful reports.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Data visualisation

Change management

Tools

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Join us as a Senior Data Administrator at HMP Peterborough. Are you passionate about the power of data to drive transformation? We’re looking for a Senior Data Administrator to lead strategic data governance and performance initiatives, ensuring integrity, accessibility, and innovation across our organisation. This influential role partners with senior leadership and guides a high-performing team to deliver data solutions that enable smarter decision-making and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater.

You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Lead on Complaints & Legal Requests Oversee complaints, correspondence, litigation, and SARs with timely, compliant, and quality-assured responses.

• Data Accuracy & Reporting Manage establishment-wide data submission and use insights to support performance and strategic decisions.

• Quality Assurance Develop QA processes for complaints, legal responses, and compliance areas; drive continuous improvement.

• PNC Audit Oversight Coordinate PNC audits, ensure compliance, and embed feedback through training and support.

• Training & Capability Building Deliver training and forums to strengthen audit readiness and governance across staff groups.

• Policy Compliance Monitor legislative and policy changes; embed updates into procedures and assurance tools.

• Data & Assurance Frameworks Lead coordination and QA of data and assurance outputs across key functions, aligning with strategic priorities.

• Audit Readiness Prepare for audits and inspections; maintain self-assessment records and drive improvement plans.

• Strategic Engagement Represent assurance at governance boards and external meetings; influence change through findings.

• Reporting & Governance Updates Produce clear, insightful reports and dashboards to support reviews and organisational goals.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Proven track record of strategic leadership in data governance, administration, or data management roles within complex organisations.
• Deep expertise in data protection legislation, quality assurance frameworks, and advanced data analytics.
• Strong influencer with excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Proficient in data visualisation and business intelligence tools, with an analytical and solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience managing dynamic teams and delivering impactful change in fast-paced environments.

Desirable

• Experience within regulated or public sector environments.
• Skilled in audit, inspection, and compliance readiness processes.
• Advanced proficiency in contemporary data management platforms and digital transformation initiatives.

Package Description

£28,000 per annum

37.5 hours per week- Monday to Friday

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity.We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves.We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.