Senior Data Governance Manager

Totum Partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Totum Partners is seeking a Senior Data Governance Manager to shape and lead the firm’s global data governance strategy. You will collaborate with the CIO and senior stakeholders to drive data quality, accessibility and trusted information across the organisation.

You will own the implementation of governance frameworks, oversee MDM across core systems, and lead strategic data initiatives while delivering practical data solutions and training to the business.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience implementing data governance in large organisations.
• Proven ability to lead data governance and MDM initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of data quality, ownership, standards and information management.
• Experience with CRM/ERP data, reporting tools and data workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global data management and governance strategy, including policies, standards and procedures.
• Establish clear data ownership and accountability across key business areas.
• Drive improvements in data quality, accuracy, consistency and integrity.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders and business teams to understand data requirements, challenges and opportunities.
• Oversee Master Data Management approaches across core business systems and applications.
• Identify opportunities to improve data accessibility, reporting and business intelligence.
• Promote a data-driven culture and drive data-driven decision making.

Skills

Data Governance

Master Data Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Quality

SQL

Power BI

Project Management

Data Modeling

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

We are working with a leading international professional services organisation to appoint a Senior Data Governance Manager. This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to shape and lead the organisation's approach to data management and governance on a global scale.

Reporting to the CIO, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a firmwide data governance strategy, improving data quality, consistency and accessibility across the business. Working closely with senior stakeholders, technology teams and operational functions, you will ensure data is accurate, trusted and effectively managed to support better decision-making, operational efficiency and business performance.

The role offers a combination of strategic ownership and hands-on delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building frameworks, influencing stakeholders and driving meaningful improvements across a complex organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a global data management and governance strategy, including policies, standards and procedures.
• Establish clear data ownership and accountability across key business areas.
• Drive improvements in data quality, accuracy, consistency and integrity.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders and business teams to understand data requirements, challenges and opportunities.
• Oversee Master Data Management approaches across core business systems and applications.
• Identify opportunities to improve data accessibility, reporting and business intelligence.
• Promote a data-driven culture, encouraging greater awareness and understanding of the value of good data.
• Lead data-related projects and contribute to wider technology and business transformation initiatives.
• Develop practical guidance, processes and training to embed best practice across the organisation.

Skills and Experience

• Significant experience in Data Governance and Master Data Management.
• Proven experience developing and embedding data governance frameworks within complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of data quality, data ownership, data standards and information management.
• Experience working with business-critical systems, such as CRM, ERP, finance and operational platforms.
• Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, translating business requirements into practical data solutions.
• Good understanding of data models, reporting and associated technologies, such as SQL and Power BI.
• Experience leading data-related projects and driving business change.
• Business analysis and project management experience would be advantageous.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a newly established data governance function within a growing international organisation.

You will have the opportunity to shape the data strategy, build relationships across the business and influence how data is managed and utilised at a senior level. It is a varied position suited to someone who can operate strategically while remaining close to the practical delivery of data initiatives.