Senior Data Governance Lead — Strategy and Quality (Hybrid)

DWP Digital; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Time off volunteering

Bring your authentic self to work

Discounts and savings

Interest-free transport loans

Sports and social activities

Professional development

Job summary

DWP Digital is seeking a Senior Data Governance Manager to shape how data is governed, protected, and used across a major government organisation. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders to embed best practices in data governance and ensure compliance with legislation.

The role covers rolling out the Data Ownership Model, evolving the Data Governance Framework, implementing Data Quality Frameworks, and driving cross-government data programmes while promoting data maturity and quality

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a data governance role and implementing governance frameworks.
• Experience advising on data governance approaches, standards and stakeholder collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to influence change and embed best practices in data governance.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and promote continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Lead delivery of initiatives such as Data Ownership Model, Data Governance Framework, and Data Quality Frameworks.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Priorities management

Tools

Data governance tools

Job description

DWP Digital is seeking a Senior Data Governance Manager to shape how data is governed, protected, and used across a major government organisation. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders to embed best practices in data governance and ensure compliance with legislation.

The role covers rolling out the Data Ownership Model, evolving the Data Governance Framework, implementing Data Quality Frameworks, and driving cross-government data programmes while promoting data maturity and quality